Mosasaur - Fossil tooth - Mosasaurus Thalassotitan atrox (No reserve price)

Scientific Name: Thalassotitan atrox (Mosasauridae) Location: Morocco Stage: Upper Cretaceous Size: Length of 10.3 cm Specimen of great thickness and imposing presence Description of the fossil: Spectacular complete tooth of Thalassotitan atrox, one of the largest and most powerful mosasaurs of the Cretaceous. This specimen reaches a truly exceptional size, far above the usual average for the species. The piece stands out for its great thickness, its robust shape and its impeccable aesthetics. It is a completely natural tooth, with no restorations, and additionally rooted, a feature extremely rare in mosasaurs due to the fragility of the basal area. Its preservation is outstanding, with high-quality enamel and a visual presence that makes it a flagship piece in any serious collection. From Morocco, one of the world's most important mosasaur sites. REF: 5062

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