Megalodon Shark Tooth. Carcharocles megalodon. Miocene. Hawthorne Formation. South Carolina, USA. ...

Description

Megalodon Shark Tooth
Carcharocles megalodon
Miocene
Hawthorne Formation
South Carolina, USA

This magnificent Megalodon tooth approaches pristine condition and features incredible symmetrical balance. The preserved enamel displays an amazing shine, as this tooth is seriously glossy. This major tooth does measure over 5 inches (13 cm), but various superlative characteristics put this into rarified air. The grayish enamel presents with natural "ink black" patching, which contrasts and complements with its black bourlette and complete root. The ominous example has an obvious sinister appearance.
Overall Measurements: 5.16 x 3.31 x 1.15 inches (13.10 x 8.40 x 2.91 cm)

Note: Great White tooth for scale purposes only.

[Scale: 2-inch Great White tooth]

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