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LOT 0440
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
NATURAL HISTORY - FOSSIL SMILODON TOOTH
PLEISTOCENE PERIOD, CIRCA 2.5 MILLION YEARS–10,000 YEARS B.P.
7 7/8 in. (588 grams, 20 cm).
PLEISTOCENE PERIOD, CIRCA 2.5 MILLION YEARS–10,000 YEARS B.P.
7 7/8 in. (588 grams, 20 cm).
The saber tooth from Smilodon fatalis, commonly known as a saber-toothed tiger.
PROVENANCE:
From the La Brea Tar Pits, USA.
Originally acquired from a USA dealer.
From an old Northern Ireland collection.
FOOTNOTES:
Smilodon is a genus of the extinct machairodont subfamily of the felids. It is one of the best known saber-toothed predators and one of the most famous prehistoric mammals. Although commonly known as the saber-toothed tiger, it was not closely related to the tiger or other modern cats.
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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.
