2.98" Fossil Megalodon Shark Tooth - Georgia - Jet Black, Collector's Quality

Species - Carcharocles megalodon

Size - 2.98" long

Location - Southeastern GA

Age - Pliocene-Miocene - Appx 4-7 million years old

Remarks - Jet Black, collector's quality 2.98" Fossil Megalodon Tooth - Carcharocles megalodon shark tooth. Discovered in the dark waters of a Georgia, USA river, this authentic megalodon tooth has extremely high character and eye appeal! One of those great true "black" teeth that are highly desired by collectors.

Key Features:

• 2.98" Fossil Megalodon tooth with strong presence and collector appeal
  
• Discovered Scuba Diving in a dark water river, Georgia, USA – a known source for real megalodon teeth
  
• Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts seeking authentic fossil megalodon teeth
  
• Authentic Megalodon tooth with no repair or restoration

This 100% authentic and unrepaired fossil megalodon shark tooth was sourced from a river in the state of Georgia, USA. Here scuba divers brave limited visibility (sometimes absolutely ZERO visibility) to feel around the muddy bottoms by hand to recover these timeless treasures. Dangers faced in the recovery of these Georgia megalodon teeth include the terrible visibility, very strong river currents, unseen obstacles, boat traffic, sharks, stingrays, and alligators in some locations. The divers who collect these fossil megalodon teeth for sale are professional and many have decades of experience.

For collectors wanting to learn more about Megalodon lineage and evolution, we recommend our quick guide:
👉 Evolution of the Megalodon (a 2-minute guide)

ABOUT THE MEGALODON SHARK AND FOSSILIZED MEGALODON SHARK TEETH

Carcharocles megalodon was the largest shark in history and one of the world's largest predators in general. This massive animal lived during the Early Pliocene–Late Miocene epochs (approximately 3.5–8 million years ago) and its ancestors (Carcharocles chubutensis, angustidens, auriculatus, aksuaticus, and Otodus obliquus) date back to around 60 million years ago. This shark reached lengths of at least 60 feet (18 meters) with a weight of around 50 TONS. This is more than three times the length of the largest Great White Shark but with an overall mass 25 TIMES more than the Great White. Quite simply the megalodon shark was the most amazing and intriguing shark of all time.

For the most part all that remains of this enormous shark are the fossilized megalodon teeth collectors prize today. Luckily for collectors, authentic fossil megalodon teeth (while quite difficult to find) are plentiful enough to be able to satisfy collector interests. Fossilized megalodon shark teeth come in all sizes (up to 7" in length), colors, condition/quality, and are sourced from many different locations around the world. Fossil megalodon teeth are most commonly found in the Southeastern United States from Florida to North Carolina, with Georgia fossil megalodon teeth being especially desirable due to their bold coloration and character. Megalodon teeth are also found in Pliocene/Miocene fossil deposits worldwide (Peru, Japan, Indonesia, Belgium, Morocco, etc. etc.). 

Factors in the value of authentic megalodon teeth are numerous. Rarer localities can command a premium but the most important factors in the value of megalodon teeth is the overall quality and size. Larger teeth over 5" are much less commonly found than the smaller teeth in the 3"–4" size range and are obviously worth more money. Megalodon shark teeth found in perfect condition have razor-sharply serrated edges, complete root, enamel, and bourlette. To find a tooth of this quality after 5 million years is substantially rarer than finding one that has been exposed to water currents and suffered wear or damage. The vast majority of fossilized megalodon shark teeth offered for sale will have some wear or damage after such a long time waiting to be discovered! So when a tooth is found that is in near pristine condition, the value is incrementally more than the normal worn or damaged tooth. Colors or different color patterns can also play an important factor in the value. Megalodon teeth can be found in just about every possible hue with the most typically seen being different shades of gray. Any other colors can be quite exotic and more valuable. 

Fossilized megalodon shark teeth are a very unique gift item that are ALWAYS appreciated by the recipient as there's really nothing comparable to holding such a large piece of natural history in your hands. Whether you're buying for yourself or someone else, you literally can't go wrong with one of our 100% authentic fossil megalodon teeth sourced directly from experienced professional divers. Thank you so much for your interest and business!

Steve Alter & the megalodonteeth.com team