This stunning Megalodon tooth is a true collector's piece, measuring a remarkable 12.5 cm in length. Sourced from the fossil-rich region of Charleston, south Carolina. It features a beautiful hazelnut-colored crown and a striking gray-black root, enhancing its prehistoric appeal. This tooth comes from a well-preserved, old collection and is mounted on a high-quality, aesthetically pleasing metal stand that complements its impressive size and natural beauty. The fossil retains its distinctive burlette (root band) and features a strong serration, demonstrating the formidable power of this ancient predator. A perfect addition to any fossil collection, this Megalodon tooth is a true conversation starter. Its impressive size, coupled with its excellent preservation, makes it a rare and valuable find. Size: 12,5 cm Origin: Charleston, south Carolina. Condition: Very good, with natural serrations and a well-preserved burlette Display: Mounted on an elegant, sturdy metal stand for ideal presentation Don’t miss out on owning a piece of prehistory with this remarkable Megalodon tooth! The So. Carolina Megalodon teeth are nearly all sourced from the low country rivers of coastal So. Carolina. The most prolific rivers are located in the Charleston area to the Georgia border. These teeth are found at the river bottoms with swift currents and also no visibility. Not an activity for the casual diver. Add to that the occasional encounter with a Bull shark, alligator or sting ray. Teeth can be Miocene and Pilocene age from the Hawthorne Formation. The Megalodon was not only the biggest and baddest prehistoric shark that ever lived, it was the largest marine predator in the history of the planet. Today’s great white sharks would be a mere bite-size snack for this monster. It terrorized the diverse ocean waters around the world from 15.9 to 2.6 million years ago (late Oligocene to early Pleistocene). This massive and extinct species of shark was estimated to grow to nearly 60 feet in length and has often been declared the greatest vertebrate predator which ever lived.