HUGE MEGALODON SHARK TOOTH FOSSIL - Believe it or not!
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Fat dog's WEIRD, WONDERFUL AND UNUSUAL COLLECTABLES CARCHARODON MEGALODON SHARK TOOTH FOSSIL |
CARCHARODON MEGALODON - The largest carnivorous fish known to have existed. Through jaw reconstruction, it is believed that this giant shark, possibly related to the Great White Shark, grew to an estimated 18 meters in lenght. 3 Times the length and with jaws 4 times the size of a great White's, it preyed on creatures such as whales and dolphins in virtually all the oceans accross the world. By modern standards, it would have been able to easily swallow a mid-sized family car whole! Like all sharks, it had a skeleton of cartilage which did not preserve well as fossil records, hence the fascination with this ancient monster's teeth. By using the Great White as model and the Megalodon's teeth as starting point, scientists were able to determine what it looked like and how it lived 18 million years ago. Today Megalodon teeth fossils are highly prized by collectors and investors alike, with the largest and highest grades reaching thousands of dollars each. Colours and grades vary greatly by area, ranging from pitch black to a creamy white. The largest specimen ever found measured a massive 18 cm on the diagonal slant! Many people are starting to realize the investment value in Megalodon teeth. There are only a limited number out there and often hazardous conditions have to be endured to salvage them from freezing rivers with strong currents and zero visibility. How many Megalodon teeth are still out there? |
9.5cm MEGALODON SHARK TOOTH FOSSIL Genuine 18 million year old fossil - not a replica! Starting at R1-00 and no reserve!
The enamel on both sides of the tooth is well preserved, with a slight chip or two. The root is still intact. Please note that the images are enlarged to show detail. The tooth has been cleaned and polished, but no repairs or restoration have been done.
Some serrations are still visible, especially on the one slant, and can be seen in the image above.
Measurements are approximate and are as follows: Left slant - 95mm Right slant - 90mm Base - 65mm Total height from base to tip - 80mm Weight - 108 gram
For more information and to get an idea of the market value, please visit the following link: http://www.paleodirect.com/meg1.htm PLEASE ASK ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE BIDDING. I am not an authority on the subject and can not provide a certificate of authenticity, but I offer a full money back guarantee on this item. SHIPPING Speed Services to post office counter, insured - R65-00 Door to door delivery by courier, insured - R85-00
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