fossil tooth in the matrix - Fossil tooth - otodus obliquus - 13 cm - 9.5 cm

The extinct species Otodus obliquus was a large prehistoric shark that lived between the Late Paleocene and Early Eocene, about 65-45 million years ago. It belongs to the extinct family Otodontidae. Ruler of the oceans worldwide, this legendary creature is scientifically famous for being considered the direct evolutionary progenitor of the Megalodon. Paleontological studies conducted on these exceptional creatures establish that they could reach lengths of 8 to 10 meters, well beyond the average size of a orca or a modern great white shark, and a weight of about 15 tons. They primarily fed on large bony fish, mammals, and other sharks. Since shark skeletons are made of cartilage alone, the only fossil remains we have today are a few extremely rare vertebrae and the sturdy teeth. The name itself, Otodus, derives from Ancient Greek and literally means "ear-shaped tooth," due to the characteristic shape of the root. The teeth are up to 9-10 cm tall, have a triangular crown with smooth, sharp edges, and feature one or two small lateral cusps (small points located at the base of the main crown). This lot presents a beautiful specimen of a TOODUS OBLIQUUS tooth still embedded in the authentic matrix in which it was found. The two lateral cusps are still present and in perfect preservation. It is an authentic tooth that has not undergone any restoration, as evidenced by the complete absence of glue traces. Important dimensions: the height of the tooth alone is 8.2 cm with a base of 4 cm. With the matrix, the measurements become XXL: Height 13 cm, width 9.5 cm, and depth 5.5 cm. Happy bidding!

Estimate:£125.77

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