Whale - Fossil tooth - Basilosaurus - 11.4 cm





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An 11.4 cm tall restored fossil tooth of Basilosaurus sp. (Specimen Ballena) from the Eocene (56–33.9 million years ago) in Morocco, emphasising its scientific name and origin.
Description from the seller
Scientific Name: Basilosaurus sp.
Location: Morocco
Stage: Eocene (approx. 40 million years ago)
Size: Length of 11.4 cm
A thick, imposing specimen with a commanding presence
Fossil Description:
Spectacular, large tooth belonging to Basilosaurus, one of the most impressive and feared primitive whales of the Eocene. This fang reaches an exceptional size, well above the average, becoming a piece with enormous visual and scientific impact.
The tooth is rooted, a feature highly sought after and increasingly difficult to find in specimens of this size. Its preservation is excellent, and its display in a showcase is outstanding.
The piece has been professionally restored, ensuring stability and an impeccable presentation without compromising its authenticity.
To complete its exhibition, it is delivered with one of our custom wooden supports, laser-engraved and tailored to measure, which enhances the piece and makes it a perfect element for private collections or museum exhibitions.
Restoration:
Piece professionally restored
ref:3574
Seller's Story
Scientific Name: Basilosaurus sp.
Location: Morocco
Stage: Eocene (approx. 40 million years ago)
Size: Length of 11.4 cm
A thick, imposing specimen with a commanding presence
Fossil Description:
Spectacular, large tooth belonging to Basilosaurus, one of the most impressive and feared primitive whales of the Eocene. This fang reaches an exceptional size, well above the average, becoming a piece with enormous visual and scientific impact.
The tooth is rooted, a feature highly sought after and increasingly difficult to find in specimens of this size. Its preservation is excellent, and its display in a showcase is outstanding.
The piece has been professionally restored, ensuring stability and an impeccable presentation without compromising its authenticity.
To complete its exhibition, it is delivered with one of our custom wooden supports, laser-engraved and tailored to measure, which enhances the piece and makes it a perfect element for private collections or museum exhibitions.
Restoration:
Piece professionally restored
ref:3574

