Megalodon - Fossil tooth - 5.7 cm - 4.2 cm

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Otodus megalodon specimen: a 5.7 cm natural, authentic Megalodon tooth from Bone Valley, Florida, dating to the Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58–0.0117 million years ago), weighing 30 g with a crown of 5.7 cm, 4.2 cm wide and 1.2 cm deep.

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Hereby offered a beautiful and highly collectible Otodus megalodon tooth, originating from the world-famous Bone Valley region in Florida, United States.

With a measurement of 5.7 cm (2.24 inches), this is a particularly nice specimen for its size. The tooth has a lovely, symmetrical shape and is in an exceptionally good, fully natural state. The crown is beautifully preserved and on both sides surrounded by sharply visible and well-conserved serrations.

What makes this specimen extra special is that the tooth is fully natural. There are no restorations, repairs or artificial additions. Both the crown and the robust root still show beautiful original details and structures that are characteristic of authentic Megalodon teeth from Bone Valley.

The subtle natural blue/grayish hues give the tooth a beautiful appearance. Towards the bourlette there is a natural color gradient, while the root clearly shows its original fossil texture and structure. Also, various natural details and signs of aging are visible, which contribute to the authentic character of this million-year-old fossil.

Bone Valley, Florida, is worldwide known as one of the most legendary sites for fossil shark teeth. Beautiful, fully natural Megalodon teeth from this region are highly sought after by collectors, especially when they are in such good condition.

A wonderful opportunity to add an authentic, fully natural Bone Valley Megalodon tooth to a collection. A particularly handsome specimen from one of the most famous fossil locations in the world.

Hereby offered a beautiful and highly collectible Otodus megalodon tooth, originating from the world-famous Bone Valley region in Florida, United States.

With a measurement of 5.7 cm (2.24 inches), this is a particularly nice specimen for its size. The tooth has a lovely, symmetrical shape and is in an exceptionally good, fully natural state. The crown is beautifully preserved and on both sides surrounded by sharply visible and well-conserved serrations.

What makes this specimen extra special is that the tooth is fully natural. There are no restorations, repairs or artificial additions. Both the crown and the robust root still show beautiful original details and structures that are characteristic of authentic Megalodon teeth from Bone Valley.

The subtle natural blue/grayish hues give the tooth a beautiful appearance. Towards the bourlette there is a natural color gradient, while the root clearly shows its original fossil texture and structure. Also, various natural details and signs of aging are visible, which contribute to the authentic character of this million-year-old fossil.

Bone Valley, Florida, is worldwide known as one of the most legendary sites for fossil shark teeth. Beautiful, fully natural Megalodon teeth from this region are highly sought after by collectors, especially when they are in such good condition.

A wonderful opportunity to add an authentic, fully natural Bone Valley Megalodon tooth to a collection. A particularly handsome specimen from one of the most famous fossil locations in the world.

Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Megalodon
Country of origin
North America
Geological period
Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58 - 0.0117 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
30 g
Height
5.7 cm
Width
4.2 cm
Depth
1.2 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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