Shark - Fossil tooth - Otodus Obliquus - 5 cm - 4 cm (No reserve price)

**Shark fossil tooth – Otodus obliquus – Paleocene** Beautiful authentic fossil shark tooth of the prehistoric species *Otodus obliquus* with very nice cusps, discovered in the famous Moroccan phosphate deposits. 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 ; * a tip ; * a beautiful natural beige/cream patina typical of Moroccan fossils. Estimated age : Paleocene / Early Eocene, about 50 to 60 million years. Provenance : Morocco phosphate basins (Khouribga). Dimensions : 5 cm long, 4 cm wide and 1.5 cm thick for a weight of 10 g. Very beautiful display piece for a paleontology enthusiast, marine fossils, or a cabinet of curiosities. Carefully shipped with tracking number

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