Megalodon - Fossil teeth - 146 mm - 116 mm





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Megalodon tooth (Otodus megalodon); specimen: Megalodon; geological period: Neogene, Miocene (23.03–5.33 million years ago); condition: Natural; treatment: Original/authentic; dimensions: 146 mm diagonal length, 116 mm base width.
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Megalodon Tooth - 146mm - 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 fossil sites.
Details:
Object: Megalodon tooth (Otodus megalodon)
Finding site: Sukabumi, Indonesia
Dimensions: 146 mm (diagonal length) x 116 mm (width at the base)
Geological period: Neogene, Miocene epoch
Condition: Natural, unrestored, as found.
State and remarks:
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 shows the natural beauty and raw power of this prehistoric predator.
Please review the photos carefully to assess the details, the condition of the enamel layer, 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 photos are an integral part of the description.
Origin:
This particular specimen was found in the rich sediments near Sukabumi, on the island of Java, Indonesia. This area is known for fossils of exceptional quality.
Shipping:
The lot is packed with extreme care to prevent damage during transport and is sent by registered and insured shipping with a tracking code. Any import duties or customs fees are the responsibility of the buyer, depending on the destination.
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Megalodon Tooth - 146mm - 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 fossil sites.
Details:
Object: Megalodon tooth (Otodus megalodon)
Finding site: Sukabumi, Indonesia
Dimensions: 146 mm (diagonal length) x 116 mm (width at the base)
Geological period: Neogene, Miocene epoch
Condition: Natural, unrestored, as found.
State and remarks:
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 shows the natural beauty and raw power of this prehistoric predator.
Please review the photos carefully to assess the details, the condition of the enamel layer, 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 photos are an integral part of the description.
Origin:
This particular specimen was found in the rich sediments near Sukabumi, on the island of Java, Indonesia. This area is known for fossils of exceptional quality.
Shipping:
The lot is packed with extreme care to prevent damage during transport and is sent by registered and insured shipping with a tracking code. Any import duties or customs fees are the responsibility of the buyer, depending on the destination.
M3

