Megalodon - Fossil teeth - 146 mm - 116 mm

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Megalodon Tooth - 146mm - Sukabumi, Indonesia

A stunning 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 fossil sites.

Details:
Object: Megalodon tooth (Otodus megalodon)
Finding place: Sukabumi, Indonesia
Dimensions: 146 mm (diagonal length) x 116 mm (width at the base)
Geological period: Neogene, Miocene epoch
Condition: Natural, unrepaired, as found.

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

Please review the photos carefully to assess the details, the state of the glaze, the serration of the cutting edges, and the root. Any natural irregularities or signs of wear, inherent to fossils of this age, are visible. The photographs are an integral part of the description.

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

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

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Megalodon Tooth - 146mm - Sukabumi, Indonesia

A stunning 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 fossil sites.

Details:
Object: Megalodon tooth (Otodus megalodon)
Finding place: Sukabumi, Indonesia
Dimensions: 146 mm (diagonal length) x 116 mm (width at the base)
Geological period: Neogene, Miocene epoch
Condition: Natural, unrepaired, as found.

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

Please review the photos carefully to assess the details, the state of the glaze, the serration of the cutting edges, and the root. Any natural irregularities or signs of wear, inherent to fossils of this age, are visible. The photographs are an integral part of the description.

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

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

M3

Details

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