Shark - Fossil tooth - Otodus Obliquus - 4.5 cm - 3.5 cm (No reserve price)

**Fossil shark tooth – Otodus obliquus – Paleocene** Beautiful authentic fossil tooth of the prehistoric shark *Otodus obliquus* with very beautiful cusps, discovered in the famous Moroccan phosphate deposits. All 3 tips are intact! This species is considered one of the primitive ancestors of the great lamniform sharks, including the Megalodon. The tooth features : * a complete central crown ; * clearly visible lateral cusps ; * 3 intact sharp tips ; * a beautiful natural beige/cream patina typical of Moroccan fossils. Estimated age : Paleocene / Early Eocene, about 50 to 60 million years old. Provenance : Morocco phosphate basins (Khouribga). Dimensions : 4.5 cm long, 3.5 cm wide and 1.5 cm thick for a weight of 11 g. Very nice collectible piece for dinosaur/paleontology enthusiasts, marine fossils, or curiosities cabinet. Careful shipment with tracking number

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