Shark Set of teeth - Isurus Oxyrinchus - 50 mm - 28 mm - 11 mm- CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU - (1)
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Specimen: Squalo; Scientific name: Isurus oxyrinchus.
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Upper front tooth belonging to Isurus oxyrinchus (shortfin mako shark), order Lamniformes, family Lamnidae. This tooth, measuring 50 mm, is well preserved and morphologically complete, displaying the characteristic structural features of the species: smooth, pointed, and non-serrated crown, tapered shape with a slight distal curvature, with a compact and porous root.
The crown exhibits a shiny glazed coating with uniform ivory tones, indicating high mineralization and tissue integrity. The root, slightly arched, shows a light beige coloration with clearly visible porosity, indicative of a natural unaltered origin.
The tooth can be functionally classified as a penetration tool and weapon. Its sharp and symmetrical shape makes it particularly suitable for the diet of the mako shark, which consists of highly mobile pelagic bony fish such as tunas (Thunnus spp.), mackerels (Scomber spp.), and swordfish (Xiphias gladius). The extreme speed of this predator (over 70 km/h) requires an effective attack strategy: the front teeth, like this one, act as true natural projectiles, designed to maximize penetration with minimal friction.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
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Translated by Google TranslateUpper front tooth belonging to Isurus oxyrinchus (shortfin mako shark), order Lamniformes, family Lamnidae. This tooth, measuring 50 mm, is well preserved and morphologically complete, displaying the characteristic structural features of the species: smooth, pointed, and non-serrated crown, tapered shape with a slight distal curvature, with a compact and porous root.
The crown exhibits a shiny glazed coating with uniform ivory tones, indicating high mineralization and tissue integrity. The root, slightly arched, shows a light beige coloration with clearly visible porosity, indicative of a natural unaltered origin.
The tooth can be functionally classified as a penetration tool and weapon. Its sharp and symmetrical shape makes it particularly suitable for the diet of the mako shark, which consists of highly mobile pelagic bony fish such as tunas (Thunnus spp.), mackerels (Scomber spp.), and swordfish (Xiphias gladius). The extreme speed of this predator (over 70 km/h) requires an effective attack strategy: the front teeth, like this one, act as true natural projectiles, designed to maximize penetration with minimal friction.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Era
After 2000
Specimen
Shark
Scientific Name
Isurus Oxyrinchus
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Middle America and Caribbean
CITES relevancy
CITES Appendix II - Annex B in the EU
Condition
Good condition
Year
2024
Weight
4 g
Depth
11 mm
Height
50 mm
Width
28 mm
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