Authentic rare fossilized Alopias latidens Thresher Shark tooth, 1.9 cm long, 40 million years old, Eocene, Morocco

Rare authentic specimen of fossilized Thresher Shark tooth (species Alopias latidens) from Morocco, approximately 40 million years old, in a plastic box. A great gift for a collector or someone passionate about sharks or paleontology!

Sharks have a vast number of teeth arranged in multiple rows, which are replaced frequently throughout their lives (even weekly). This, combined with the durability of enamel and the extensive period they have existed, makes fossilized shark teeth commonly found across various parts of the globe.

Due to the age of the specimen, the fragmentary nature of the fossil deposits in Morocco, and local extraction methods, the tooth may exhibit imperfections and repaired areas (glued sections) that are completely normal and unavoidable, but it is overall in good condition, with the enamel layer nearly intact. We invite you to carefully review the product photos to identify any natural imperfections or potential repairs on the specimen.

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Specimen: authentic fossilized Thresher Shark tooth (species Alopias latidens)

Age: approximately 40 million years old, Eocene epoch

Dimensions: approximately 1.9 cm length along the longest side (Please take a look at the photo where the specimen is placed next to the ruler/in the hand to get an idea of its size)

Country of origin: Dakhla, Morocco

The product consists of a single authentic fossilized Thresher Shark tooth (species Alopias latidens) in a plastic box, the one in the pictures above, and comes with a brochure containing specific geological and paleontological information.