{"product_id":"megalodon-tooth-fossil-specimen-11","title":"Megalodon Tooth - Fossil Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMined from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: Peace River region, Florida, U.S.A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e Miocene to Pliocene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeological Age\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: 23-3.6 mya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: This one of a kind Megalodon tooth fossil from Florida, U.S.A. is a bold natural specimen with a broad triangular blade, dark charcoal to black root, and pale gray-tan enamel. The blade shows fine vertical striations running toward the tip, with a visible central line and naturally worn serrations along the edges. The root has a rugged, textured surface with small pits, cracks, and mineral deposits, giving the fossil a strong prehistoric presence. Its contrast between the lighter enamel and darker root makes it a striking display piece for fossil collectors, ocean lovers, and natural history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eMegalodon, scientifically known as Otodus megalodon, was one of the largest predatory sharks to ever live, roaming ancient oceans roughly 23 to 3.6 million years ago. Fossil teeth are the most common remains because shark skeletons are made mostly of cartilage, while teeth fossilize much more easily. Florida is one of the classic U.S. localities for megalodon teeth, especially from phosphate-rich marine deposits, river beds, and coastal fossil zones connected to the Hawthorn Group and related Miocene to Pliocene formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eSpiritually, fossil shark teeth are often associated with strength, protection, survival, courage, and ancient ocean energy. Megalodon teeth in particular are commonly viewed as symbols of power, resilience, confidence, and primal instinct, making them popular with fossil collectors, ocean lovers, and those drawn to bold natural history pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1pc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph. We do what we can to buy good quality products and price them honestly. The rocks may differ from the photos, but we hope we do them justice.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida, U.S.A.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48320309330090,"sku":null,"price":910.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/MegalodonTooth-910-2.jpg?v=1778886504","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/products\/megalodon-tooth-fossil-specimen-11","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}