Cave Bear - Fossil teeth - 9.8 cm
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Three Ursus spelaeus teeth (Holenbeer) from Peștera Urșilor, Romania, Late Pleistocene (2.58–0.0117 million years ago), natural state with no restoration; authentic/original specimens.
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3 Rare Pleistocene Brown Bear Teeth from Peștera Urșilor – Romania from an old collection.
A splendid opportunity to acquire 3 genuine prehistoric brown bear teeth from one of Europe’s most iconic fossil sites: Peștera Urșilor, the famous Bear Cave in the Romanian Carpathians. This cave is world-renowned for its exceptional wealth of Ursus spelaeus material, and today it is strictly protected. Fossils from this site rarely appear on the market.
What you see in the photo
A beautiful, long and robust canine tooth, with a natural curvature and warm brown coloring
Two compact, characteristic molars, with clear wear facets and authentic cave patina
Natural state – no restoration, no artificial alteration
Sizes clearly visible thanks to the ruler in the photo
These teeth show exactly what made the cave bear so impressive: powerful jaws, massive molars, and an imposing canine that immediately draws attention.
Why this set is special
- Provenance from Peștera Urșilor – an internationally recognized top find site
- Highly sought after among collectors due to the combination of quality and rarity
- Authentic Pleistocene fossils – about 40,000 years old
- Strong visual appeal – ideal for showcases, displays, or educational collections
Specifications
Findspot: Peștera Urșilor, Romania
Species: Ursus spelaeus (cave bear)
Geology: Late Pleistocene
Condition: Fine, natural state; no restoration.
Shipping
The teeth will be securely, solidly and carefully packed and shipped via postal service.
3 Rare Pleistocene Brown Bear Teeth from Peștera Urșilor – Romania from an old collection.
A splendid opportunity to acquire 3 genuine prehistoric brown bear teeth from one of Europe’s most iconic fossil sites: Peștera Urșilor, the famous Bear Cave in the Romanian Carpathians. This cave is world-renowned for its exceptional wealth of Ursus spelaeus material, and today it is strictly protected. Fossils from this site rarely appear on the market.
What you see in the photo
A beautiful, long and robust canine tooth, with a natural curvature and warm brown coloring
Two compact, characteristic molars, with clear wear facets and authentic cave patina
Natural state – no restoration, no artificial alteration
Sizes clearly visible thanks to the ruler in the photo
These teeth show exactly what made the cave bear so impressive: powerful jaws, massive molars, and an imposing canine that immediately draws attention.
Why this set is special
- Provenance from Peștera Urșilor – an internationally recognized top find site
- Highly sought after among collectors due to the combination of quality and rarity
- Authentic Pleistocene fossils – about 40,000 years old
- Strong visual appeal – ideal for showcases, displays, or educational collections
Specifications
Findspot: Peștera Urșilor, Romania
Species: Ursus spelaeus (cave bear)
Geology: Late Pleistocene
Condition: Fine, natural state; no restoration.
Shipping
The teeth will be securely, solidly and carefully packed and shipped via postal service.
Details
Number of objects
3
Specimen
Cave Bear
Country of origin
Romania
Geological period
Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58 - 0.0117 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
62 g
Height
9.8 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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