LARGE COLORFUL ISURUS HASTALIS TOOTH - Wright River, South Carolina, U.S.A.

LOWER MIOCENE PERIOD:  23 million years ago

Fossil shark teeth collectors know this species well.  This large and colorful fossil tooth is of the extinct Big-Tooth Mako shark called Isurus hastalis.  This prehistoric shark is a member of the White Shark family.  Teeth from Isurus hastalis look remarkably similar to the modern Great White Shark less the serrations.  Little is known about this species and it is classified in the genus Isurus (Mako) due to its characteristic smooth edges.  Some consider this shark the "Grandfather of the Great White". 

This is a uniquely colored and large fossil Isurus tooth.  The enamel is a unique light olive with orange, red and blue-green tones.   The size is impressive enough but preservation for a tooth this size is what makes this a collectible and desirable example.  Unlike large river teeth, the root on this gem is extremely well mineralized and features a prominent nutrient hole in the middle.  Anyone that collects teeth from this shark can attest that specimens measuring 2.5 inches are rare and highly desired.  There is NO REPAIR AND NO RESTORATION, tooth is completely natural and genuine with no enhancement.  

 NICE LARGE ISURUS TOOTH WITH COLOR AND EXCELLENT PRESERVATION!

2.5" in length on the diagonal edge

SOLD     SH10-004     INCLUDES DISPLAY BOX     Actual Item - One Only  

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