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LOT 2051
Natural History - Megalodon Giant Shark Fossil Tooth
PLIOCENE PERIOD, CIRCA 5.2-2.5 MILLION YEARS B.P.
4 1/8 in. (155 grams, 10.6 cm).
With concave inner face, displaying smooth enamel and serrated edges; from Carcharocles megalodon. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx J. Shaul collection.
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