Megalodon - Fossil tooth - 15 cm - 10 cm

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Otodus megalodon specimen from Indonesia dating to the Quaternary Pleistocene (2.58–0.0117 million years ago), natural and unaltered, authentic/original, weight 340 g, dimensions 15 × 10 × 3 cm.

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This exceptionally large, fully natural and unrestored Otodus megalodon tooth features a broad, powerful triangular crown with a warm gold-beige color, beautiful natural growth lines, and noticeable subtle blue accents in the enamel.

The blue-gray tones form a striking contrast with the gold-colored crown, giving this tooth a unique and highly distinctive appearance. The crown also shows natural color variations of gold, brown, gray, and blue, developed during millions of years of fossilization.

The tooth features well-preserved fine serrations along both cutting edges, a clearly developed bourrelet, and an exceptionally large, heavily mineralized root. The combination of size, symmetry, intact serrations, natural colors, blue accents, and the massive root makes this a true centerpiece for any serious Megalodon collection.

This exceptionally large, fully natural and unrestored Otodus megalodon tooth features a broad, powerful triangular crown with a warm gold-beige color, beautiful natural growth lines, and noticeable subtle blue accents in the enamel.

The blue-gray tones form a striking contrast with the gold-colored crown, giving this tooth a unique and highly distinctive appearance. The crown also shows natural color variations of gold, brown, gray, and blue, developed during millions of years of fossilization.

The tooth features well-preserved fine serrations along both cutting edges, a clearly developed bourrelet, and an exceptionally large, heavily mineralized root. The combination of size, symmetry, intact serrations, natural colors, blue accents, and the massive root makes this a true centerpiece for any serious Megalodon collection.

Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Megalodon
Country of origin
Indonesia
Geological period
Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58 - 0.0117 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
340 g
Height
15 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
3 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
233
Objects sold
97.62%
Private

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