Mosasaur - Fossilised jaw - Globidens sp. - 32 cm
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A preserved Globidens sp. mosasaur jaw specimen from Morocco dating to the Cretaceous, about 32 cm long with 11 teeth, conserved and in natural condition, authenticity original/official.
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Large 32 cm Fossil Jaw - Globidens phosphaticus Mosasaur Jaw with 11 Teeth - Sidi Chennane, Morocco - Upper Cretaceous.
An extraordinary, large-sized fossil jaw section of Globidens phosphaticus, a highly specialized globidontine mosasaur from the Upper Cretaceous period (Maastrichtian, approx. 66–72 million years old).
Measuring a substantial 32 cm in length, this impressive specimen features an exceptional row of 11 teeth preserved along the heavy jaw bone matrix. Globidens was unique among apex marine reptiles for its rounded, bulbous teeth, which evolved specifically to crush hard-shelled prey such as sea turtles, ammonites, and bivalves.
This specimen displays fantastic bone detail, clear tooth enamel coloration, and remarkable anatomical completeness for its size.
(Please note: The wooden base shown in photos is for display purposes only and is NOT included in the auction).
-Species: Globidens phosphaticus (Mosasaur)
-Geological Period: Upper Cretaceous, Maastrichtian (~70 Million Years)
- Origin / Locality: Sidi Chennane Phosphate Mines, Khouribga Basin, Morocco
- Fossil Length: 32 cm (~12.6 inches)
- Teeth Count: 11 preserved teeth in sequence
- Display Stand: NOT included (wooden base for presentation only)
- Condition: Excellent preservation of natural crown enamel and heavy jaw bone. Typical field matrix stabilization applied for structural integrity
Large 32 cm Fossil Jaw - Globidens phosphaticus Mosasaur Jaw with 11 Teeth - Sidi Chennane, Morocco - Upper Cretaceous.
An extraordinary, large-sized fossil jaw section of Globidens phosphaticus, a highly specialized globidontine mosasaur from the Upper Cretaceous period (Maastrichtian, approx. 66–72 million years old).
Measuring a substantial 32 cm in length, this impressive specimen features an exceptional row of 11 teeth preserved along the heavy jaw bone matrix. Globidens was unique among apex marine reptiles for its rounded, bulbous teeth, which evolved specifically to crush hard-shelled prey such as sea turtles, ammonites, and bivalves.
This specimen displays fantastic bone detail, clear tooth enamel coloration, and remarkable anatomical completeness for its size.
(Please note: The wooden base shown in photos is for display purposes only and is NOT included in the auction).
-Species: Globidens phosphaticus (Mosasaur)
-Geological Period: Upper Cretaceous, Maastrichtian (~70 Million Years)
- Origin / Locality: Sidi Chennane Phosphate Mines, Khouribga Basin, Morocco
- Fossil Length: 32 cm (~12.6 inches)
- Teeth Count: 11 preserved teeth in sequence
- Display Stand: NOT included (wooden base for presentation only)
- Condition: Excellent preservation of natural crown enamel and heavy jaw bone. Typical field matrix stabilization applied for structural integrity
Details
Number of objects
1
Specimen
Mosasaur
Scientific name
Globidens sp.
Country of origin
Morocco
Geological period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Conserved
Height
32 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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