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Fossil mosasaur tooth from the Cretaceous period, originated in Morocco, mounted in fossil matrix, 250 g in weight and 15 cm in height, natural condition with composite treatment and original authenticity.
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Fossil Mosasaurid Tooth - Cretaceous
Morocco
Description
We present an interesting fossil mosasaurid tooth, originating from Morocco and preserved in its fossil matrix.
Mosasaurids were large marine predatory reptiles that lived during the Late Cretaceous and dominated the seas of that era. The specimen shows attractive natural preservation, with beige, cream and brown tones, as well as a marked mineralized structure that gives it a very characteristic appearance.
Origin: Morocco Locality: Oulad Abdoun Basin Period: Cretaceous Group: Mosasauridae Type: Fossil tooth in matrix
A highly decorative and attractive piece for collectors of fossils, paleontology, and objects related to natural history.
Provenance
Oulad Abdoun Basin, Morocco.
Weight: 250 g Height: 15 cm
The Oulad Abdoun region is known for its important Cretaceous fossil deposits and for the abundance of marine vertebrate remains.
Condition
Good overall condition for its age, preserving natural characteristics of the fossil and the matrix. May show small irregularities, cracks, or losses typical of a fossil specimen. An original piece of natural history, ideal for a private collection or display.
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Fossil Mosasaurid Tooth - Cretaceous
Morocco
Description
We present an interesting fossil mosasaurid tooth, originating from Morocco and preserved in its fossil matrix.
Mosasaurids were large marine predatory reptiles that lived during the Late Cretaceous and dominated the seas of that era. The specimen shows attractive natural preservation, with beige, cream and brown tones, as well as a marked mineralized structure that gives it a very characteristic appearance.
Origin: Morocco Locality: Oulad Abdoun Basin Period: Cretaceous Group: Mosasauridae Type: Fossil tooth in matrix
A highly decorative and attractive piece for collectors of fossils, paleontology, and objects related to natural history.
Provenance
Oulad Abdoun Basin, Morocco.
Weight: 250 g Height: 15 cm
The Oulad Abdoun region is known for its important Cretaceous fossil deposits and for the abundance of marine vertebrate remains.
Condition
Good overall condition for its age, preserving natural characteristics of the fossil and the matrix. May show small irregularities, cracks, or losses typical of a fossil specimen. An original piece of natural history, ideal for a private collection or display.
Shipping
Fast and careful shipping with a tracking number.
Details
Number of objects
1
Specimen
Mosasaur
Country of origin
Morocco
Geological period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Composite
Weight
250 g
Height
15 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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