Shark - Fossil tooth - Otodus Obliquus - 4.5 cm - 4 cm (No reserve price)

Fossil shark tooth – Otodus obliquus – Paleocene Beautiful authentic fossil shark tooth of the prehistoric Otodus obliquus with very beautiful cusps, discovered in the famous Moroccan phosphate deposits. The 3 tips are intact! This species is considered one of the primitive ancestors of the large 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, 4 cm wide and 1.5 cm thick, weighing 11 g. A very beautiful collection piece for a paleontology enthusiast, marine fossils, or a curiosity cabinet. Carefully shipped with tracking number

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