Megalodon - Fossil tooth - 8 cm - 5.5 cm

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Scientific name Otodus megalodon; Specimen Megalodon tooth; Geological period Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58–0.0117 million years ago); Condition Natural; Authenticity Original; from North America, a single 8 cm tooth weighing 75 g with a stable root and intact serrations, exhibiting a warm beige glaze.

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A splendid and completely natural Otodus megalodon tooth from the famous fossil sites of Georgia (North America). At a length of 8.0 cm, this tooth is in excellent condition and is a particularly attractive specimen for both beginner and experienced collectors.

What really sets this tooth apart is the warm beige color of the enamel, which gives it an elegant and authentic appearance. The root is exceptionally sturdy and well-preserved, while the serrations along both cutting edges are still fully intact, a feature that has been lost in many megalodon teeth.

An impressive fossil of the largest shark that has ever ruled the oceans. Thanks to the excellent preservation, the intact serrations, and the distinctive color, this is a specimen that attracts attention in any high-quality fossil collection.

A splendid and completely natural Otodus megalodon tooth from the famous fossil sites of Georgia (North America). At a length of 8.0 cm, this tooth is in excellent condition and is a particularly attractive specimen for both beginner and experienced collectors.

What really sets this tooth apart is the warm beige color of the enamel, which gives it an elegant and authentic appearance. The root is exceptionally sturdy and well-preserved, while the serrations along both cutting edges are still fully intact, a feature that has been lost in many megalodon teeth.

An impressive fossil of the largest shark that has ever ruled the oceans. Thanks to the excellent preservation, the intact serrations, and the distinctive color, this is a specimen that attracts attention in any high-quality fossil collection.

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Number of objects
1
Specimen
Megalodon
Country of origin
North America
Geological period
Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58 - 0.0117 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
75 g
Height
8 cm
Width
5.5 cm
Depth
1.5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
97.56%
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