Megalodon - Fossil teeth - 134 mm - 105 mm

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Megalodon Tand - 134mm - Sukabumi, Indonesia

A beautiful specimen of a tooth from the extinct giant shark Otodus megalodon (formerly Carcharocles megalodon). This fossil tooth is an impressive piece of natural history, originating from one of the world’s most renowned localities.

Details:
Object: Tooth of the Megalodon (Otodus megalodon)
Findspot: Sukabumi, Indonesia
Dimensions: 134 mm (diagonal length) x 105 mm (width at the base)
Geological period: Neogene, Miocene epoch
Condition: Natural, unrestored, as found.

Status and notes:
The tooth is in a natural and unrestored state. No repairs or restorations have been performed; it is a pure fossil as it was extracted from the ground. This showcases the natural beauty and raw power of this prehistoric predator.

Please examine the photos carefully to assess the details, glaze condition, serration on the cutting edges, and the root. Any natural irregularities or wear marks, inherent to fossils of this age, are visible. The photos form an integral part of the description.

Provenance:
This particular specimen was found in the rich deposits near Sukabumi, on the island of Java, Indonesia. This area is known for fossils of exceptional quality.

Shipping:
The lot is packed with utmost care to prevent damage during transport and is sent via registered mail with insurance and a tracking code. Any import duties or customs charges are the responsibility of the buyer, depending on the destination.

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Megalodon Tand - 134mm - Sukabumi, Indonesia

A beautiful specimen of a tooth from the extinct giant shark Otodus megalodon (formerly Carcharocles megalodon). This fossil tooth is an impressive piece of natural history, originating from one of the world’s most renowned localities.

Details:
Object: Tooth of the Megalodon (Otodus megalodon)
Findspot: Sukabumi, Indonesia
Dimensions: 134 mm (diagonal length) x 105 mm (width at the base)
Geological period: Neogene, Miocene epoch
Condition: Natural, unrestored, as found.

Status and notes:
The tooth is in a natural and unrestored state. No repairs or restorations have been performed; it is a pure fossil as it was extracted from the ground. This showcases the natural beauty and raw power of this prehistoric predator.

Please examine the photos carefully to assess the details, glaze condition, serration on the cutting edges, and the root. Any natural irregularities or wear marks, inherent to fossils of this age, are visible. The photos form an integral part of the description.

Provenance:
This particular specimen was found in the rich deposits near Sukabumi, on the island of Java, Indonesia. This area is known for fossils of exceptional quality.

Shipping:
The lot is packed with utmost care to prevent damage during transport and is sent via registered mail with insurance and a tracking code. Any import duties or customs charges are the responsibility of the buyer, depending on the destination.

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Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Megalodon
Country of origin
Indonesia
Geological period
Neogene, Miocene (23.03 - 5.33 million years)
Condition
Natural
Height
134 mm
Width
105 mm
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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