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LOT 2535
Natural History - Megalodon Giant Shark Fossil Tooth
PLIOCENE PERIOD, 5.2-2.5 MILLION YEARS B.P.
4 7/8 in. (225 grams, 12.4 cm).
Triangular tooth from Carcharocles megalodon displaying some good polished enamel. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
From the private collection of Mr G.B., Hampshire, UK.
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