Shark - Fossil tooth - Otodus obliquus (No reserve price)
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Otodus obliquus shark tooth specimen, about 4 cm, from the Cretaceous period, natural condition, with cracks filled treatment, official/original authenticity, provenance Khouribga, Morocco, includes certificate.
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Scientific Name:
Otodus obliquus
(Geocene–Eocene great shark, predecessor of the Megalodon)
Origin:
Khouribga, Morocco – Phosphate mines
Geological age:
Paleocene–Eocene (approx. 60–50 million years ago)
Approximate size: 4 cm
Description of the set:
Spectacular collection consisting of large teeth of Otodus obliquus, one of the most emblematic sharks in the marine fossil record. All pieces are completely natural, with excellent preservation, well-defined edges, and attractive enamel.
The main tooth stands out for its size and presence, while the other two maintain a homogeneous quality that makes the set a balanced and very visual lot. They are ideal fossils for collectors seeking large, authentic pieces that are representative of this gigantic ancestral predator.
Restoration:
minimal gaps glued
REF: 4920
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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Scientific Name:
Otodus obliquus
(Geocene–Eocene great shark, predecessor of the Megalodon)
Origin:
Khouribga, Morocco – Phosphate mines
Geological age:
Paleocene–Eocene (approx. 60–50 million years ago)
Approximate size: 4 cm
Description of the set:
Spectacular collection consisting of large teeth of Otodus obliquus, one of the most emblematic sharks in the marine fossil record. All pieces are completely natural, with excellent preservation, well-defined edges, and attractive enamel.
The main tooth stands out for its size and presence, while the other two maintain a homogeneous quality that makes the set a balanced and very visual lot. They are ideal fossils for collectors seeking large, authentic pieces that are representative of this gigantic ancestral predator.
Restoration:
minimal gaps glued
REF: 4920
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
Shark
Scientific name
Otodus obliquus
Country of origin
Morocco
Geological period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Filled Cracks
Authenticity
Original/official
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