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Magnificent Otodus Obliquus Fossil Shark Tooth on Matrix from Morocco - 55 Million Year Ancient Predator
Magnificent Otodus Obliquus Fossil Shark Tooth on Matrix from Morocco - 55 Million Year Ancient Predator
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JAWS OF THE ANCIENT SEAS: A 55-Million-Year Journey Through Time!
Behold a spectacular Otodus obliquus shark tooth perfectly preserved on its original matrix stone from Morocco's legendary Oulad Abdoun Basin! This fearsome predator lived approximately 60 to 45 million years ago during the Paleocene and Eocene epochs, with estimated lengths reaching up to 30 feet (9 meters) or more – making it one of the largest sharks of its time and a direct ancestor to the legendary Megalodon.
How did this ancient sea monster end up in the deserts of Morocco? During the Eocene epoch, large flooding of the Atlantic created warm, tropical seas that covered much of the region. When these mighty sharks died, their teeth sank to the nutrient-rich sea floor where phosphate-rich sediments provided perfect conditions for fossilization, mineralizing and protecting these precious remains for over 50 million years.
This stunning specimen measures 108mm x 99mm and weighs 441 grams, with the impressive 53mm x 40mm tooth creating a dramatic contrast against the natural phosphate matrix. The honey-colored enamel showcases both the tooth's predatory elegance and tells the geological story of its incredible preservation.
Whether you're a serious fossil collector or searching for a truly unique gift, this Otodus obliquus specimen offers both scientific significance and jaw-dropping visual impact. Own a piece of ancient oceanic majesty that once ruled the prehistoric seas – add this 55-million-year-old apex predator to your collection today!
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