Megalodon - Fossil tooth - Otodus Megalodon - 13.5 cm

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Otodus megalodon tooth specimen from Morgan River, South Carolina, United States, dating to the Mio-Pliocene (about 3.6–23 million years ago) with a natural deep black glaze, museum-quality preservation, and a height of 13.5 cm.

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MUSEUM-QUALITY OTODUS MEGALODON TOOTH

A spectacular Otodus megalodon tooth from the Morgan River, South Carolina, United States, with an impressive size, a deep black color, and excellent overall preservation.

The tooth features a beautiful, glossy black fossilized enamel surface, clearly visible serrations, and a well-preserved crown. The strong color contrast and impressive morphology make this an exceptional display specimen for serious collectors of shark teeth and fossils.

SPECIFICATIONS

* Type: Otodus megalodon
* Dutch name: Megalodon
* Period: Miocene – Pliocene
* Estimated age: circa 3.6–23 million years
* Locality: Morgan River, South Carolina, United States
* Size: circa 5.3 inches (± 13.5 cm)
* Quality: Museum-quality
* Color: Naturally deep-black enamel glaze
* Material: Fossilized shark tooth
* Condition: Excellent preservation, with attractive natural surface details

A TRUE COLLECTOR’S ITEM

Megalodon was one of the largest predatory sharks to have ever existed. Estimates suggest that this impressive shark could reach an enormous length, significantly larger than today’s great white.

A tooth of this size, combined with such an attractive dark color and strong preservation, is highly sought after by collectors. This specimen would make an impressive centerpiece for a private collection or a museum-worthy fossil display.

The tooth shown in the photos is exactly the specimen being offered.

PROFESSIONAL SHIPPING

The tooth is carefully protected and securely packed to enable safe international shipment.

Please view all photos carefully for the exact condition, preservation, and details of the offered specimen.

Kind regards,
@Kaya_Fossils

MUSEUM-QUALITY OTODUS MEGALODON TOOTH

A spectacular Otodus megalodon tooth from the Morgan River, South Carolina, United States, with an impressive size, a deep black color, and excellent overall preservation.

The tooth features a beautiful, glossy black fossilized enamel surface, clearly visible serrations, and a well-preserved crown. The strong color contrast and impressive morphology make this an exceptional display specimen for serious collectors of shark teeth and fossils.

SPECIFICATIONS

* Type: Otodus megalodon
* Dutch name: Megalodon
* Period: Miocene – Pliocene
* Estimated age: circa 3.6–23 million years
* Locality: Morgan River, South Carolina, United States
* Size: circa 5.3 inches (± 13.5 cm)
* Quality: Museum-quality
* Color: Naturally deep-black enamel glaze
* Material: Fossilized shark tooth
* Condition: Excellent preservation, with attractive natural surface details

A TRUE COLLECTOR’S ITEM

Megalodon was one of the largest predatory sharks to have ever existed. Estimates suggest that this impressive shark could reach an enormous length, significantly larger than today’s great white.

A tooth of this size, combined with such an attractive dark color and strong preservation, is highly sought after by collectors. This specimen would make an impressive centerpiece for a private collection or a museum-worthy fossil display.

The tooth shown in the photos is exactly the specimen being offered.

PROFESSIONAL SHIPPING

The tooth is carefully protected and securely packed to enable safe international shipment.

Please view all photos carefully for the exact condition, preservation, and details of the offered specimen.

Kind regards,
@Kaya_Fossils

Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Megalodon
Scientific name
Otodus Megalodon
Country of origin
United States
Geological period
Neogene, Miocene (23.03 - 5.33 million years)
Condition
Natural
Height
13.5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
Private

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