Megalodon - Fossil tooth - Otodus megalodon
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Megalodon tooth specimen Otodus megalodon from Indonesia, dating to the Neogene–Miocene period, with filled cracks and in natural condition.
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Scientific name: Otodus Megalodon
Location: Tasikmalaya, West Java, Indonesia
Stage: Miocene (15–6 million years ago)
Size: 12.6 cm
Fossil description:
Fossil Megalodon tooth, large in size, from the Miocene outcrops in the Tasikmalaya area, West Java, Indonesia.
Retains a very sharp cutting edge, with vitreous enamel and a sharp tip.
Coloration variable, with tones that may include beige, dark gray, golden, or reddish, depending on the geological layer.
Preservation state: very good for a tooth of this large size.
Directly extracted from calcareous matrix, which guarantees the preservation of its anatomical details.
A high-quality piece, ideal for museums and discerning collectors.
REF: 1729
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Scientific name: Otodus Megalodon
Location: Tasikmalaya, West Java, Indonesia
Stage: Miocene (15–6 million years ago)
Size: 12.6 cm
Fossil description:
Fossil Megalodon tooth, large in size, from the Miocene outcrops in the Tasikmalaya area, West Java, Indonesia.
Retains a very sharp cutting edge, with vitreous enamel and a sharp tip.
Coloration variable, with tones that may include beige, dark gray, golden, or reddish, depending on the geological layer.
Preservation state: very good for a tooth of this large size.
Directly extracted from calcareous matrix, which guarantees the preservation of its anatomical details.
A high-quality piece, ideal for museums and discerning collectors.
REF: 1729
Seller's Story
Travel in Time, Your Collection of Unique Fossils
Welcome to our fossil shop! Explore our fascinating catalogue of prehistoric remains and discover the history encapsulated in each piece. From majestic dinosaurs to ancient marine invertebrates, our collection will transport you to forgotten times. Find the perfect piece for your collection or gift a piece of natural history. Start your journey back in time today!
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Specimen
Megalodon
Scientific name
Otodus megalodon
Country of origin
Indonesia
Geological period
Neogene, Miocene (23.03 - 5.33 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Filled Cracks
Authenticity
Original/official
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