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LOT 2457
Sold for (Inc. bp): £361
LARGE AFRICAN 'T-REX' FOSSIL DINOSAUR TOOTH
CRETACEOUS PERIOD, CIRCA 110 MILLION YEARS B.P.
3 3/8 in. (48 grams, 85 mm).
CRETACEOUS PERIOD, CIRCA 110 MILLION YEARS B.P.
3 3/8 in. (48 grams, 85 mm).
A large Carcharodontosaurus saharicus dinosaur tooth with part of the root remaining. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From Morocco, North Africa.
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
FOOTNOTES:
The Carcharodontosaurus saharicus was one of the largest predators (larger than its distant North American T-Rex cousin) of all time and is also related to Allosaurus and the South American Giganotosaurus.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
