Megalodon - Fossil tooth - 14 cm - 10 cm

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Otodus megalodon tooth from Sukabumi, Indonesia, dating to the Quaternary–Pleistocene (2.58–0.0117 million years ago), natural and unrestored, with a 14 cm crown and 360 g weight, originating from Indonesia and authentic/original.

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This impressive Otodus megalodon tooth Otodus megalodon originates from Sukabumi, Indonesia and immediately stands out for its rare combination of size, color, and untouched quality. At a length of no less than 14 cm, this specimen ranks among the larger and more imposing finds within its species.

The tooth is completely natural and unrestored, which makes it even more valuable to purists and serious collectors. The root is notably massive and richly colored, with deep brown tones that beautifully contrast with the crown. This crown has a distinctive look with gray tones and subtle dark-blue shading, giving the specimen a particularly powerful and characterful appearance.

What makes this tooth extra special is that in appearance it can effortlessly compete with top pieces from the United States. Yet it comes from Indonesia, a provenance that makes it even more exclusive, because teeth of this level and these aesthetics from this region are considerably rarer on the market.

The preservation state is excellent, with sharp details, strong structure, and an aesthetic that immediately catches the eye. This is not an ordinary find, but a museum-worthy quality piece that makes an impression both visually and scientifically.

In short: a large, natural, and visually stunning Megalodon tooth with rare provenance and top quality. Specimens like this rarely come by and are quickly snapped up by serious collectors.

This impressive Otodus megalodon tooth Otodus megalodon originates from Sukabumi, Indonesia and immediately stands out for its rare combination of size, color, and untouched quality. At a length of no less than 14 cm, this specimen ranks among the larger and more imposing finds within its species.

The tooth is completely natural and unrestored, which makes it even more valuable to purists and serious collectors. The root is notably massive and richly colored, with deep brown tones that beautifully contrast with the crown. This crown has a distinctive look with gray tones and subtle dark-blue shading, giving the specimen a particularly powerful and characterful appearance.

What makes this tooth extra special is that in appearance it can effortlessly compete with top pieces from the United States. Yet it comes from Indonesia, a provenance that makes it even more exclusive, because teeth of this level and these aesthetics from this region are considerably rarer on the market.

The preservation state is excellent, with sharp details, strong structure, and an aesthetic that immediately catches the eye. This is not an ordinary find, but a museum-worthy quality piece that makes an impression both visually and scientifically.

In short: a large, natural, and visually stunning Megalodon tooth with rare provenance and top quality. Specimens like this rarely come by and are quickly snapped up by serious collectors.

Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Megalodon
Country of origin
Indonesia
Geological period
Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58 - 0.0117 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
360 g
Height
14 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
3 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
97.37%
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