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Heart-shaped, baby 1.61" Fossil Megalodon Shark Tooth - Bone Valley, Florida

Name: Heart-shaped, baby 1.61" Fossil Megalodon Shark Tooth - Bone Valley, Florida
Brand: megalodonteeth
SKU: CM6009
Price: 99.0 USD
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Species - Carcharocles megalodon

Size - 1.61" long

Location - Polk County, FL

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

Remarks - Discover the mesmerizing beauty of nature with our colorful, heart-shaped, serrated baby 1.61" Fossil Megalodon Shark Tooth, sourced from the renowned Bone Valley in Florida. Colors like this are pretty much only found in this location and nowhere else in the world.

This area in Florida was once a shallow water nursery for young megs where they fed on dolphins and dugongs. Teeth like this are highly desirable and seldom seen on the market.

Key Features:

Size: 1.61" in length
Discovered in Central Florida's Bone Valley Formation, Phosphate mines
Rarity: Limited availability makes this a prized addition to any collection.

This 100% authentic and unrepaired fossil megalodon shark tooth was sourced from a mining operation in Central Florida. In this well-known location the mining companies dig through the Bone Valley Formation in search of phosphate deposits which are prized for use in fertilizers. The Bone Valley Formation is one of the most famous fossil layers in the world for the various colors of fossil shark teeth that are found there and nowhere else in the world. This was a shallow water deposit and was used as a "nursery" for ancient megalodons. As such large teeth (over 3" really) are rare and the vast majority of the megs found here are from baby or juvenile sharks. While these mines used to allow collecting they are now closed to the public and can only be accessed by workers of the mine.

ABOUT THE MEGALODON AND ITS FOSSIL TEETH

Carcharocles megalodon was the largest predator in history and one of the most fascinating creatures to ever live. This massive animal lived during the Early Pliocene–Late Miocene epochs (3.5–8 million years ago), with ancestors like Carcharocles chubutensis, angustidens, auriculatus, aksuaticus, and Otodus obliquus dating back nearly 60 million years.

The Megalodon reached lengths of at least 60 feet (18 meters) and weighed around 50 tons—over three times longer and 25 times heavier than the Great White. Quite simply, the Megalodon was one of the most awe-inspiring prehistoric animals ever known.

Learn more about how the Megalodon evolved into one of the ocean’s top apex predators in this quick guide:
👉 Evolution of the Megalodon – An Easy 2-Minute Guide — written by Steve Alter, exploring the fascinating evolution of the Megalodon and its connection to the Great White.

For the most part, all that remains of this enormous predator are the fossilized Megalodon teeth. Luckily for collectors, these remarkable fossils—though difficult to find—are available to those passionate about authentic prehistoric specimens.

Fossil Megalodon teeth vary in size, color, and condition, with larger teeth over 5" being far rarer and more valuable. The most desirable specimens feature razor-sharp serrations, complete roots, intact enamel, and bourlette. After millions of years buried in the ocean, a tooth in such pristine condition is an exceptional discovery.

These Megalodon fossils are found in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and other regions, as well as international sites in Peru, Morocco, Indonesia, and Japan. Each tooth offers a tangible link to a time when giant marine predators ruled the seas.

Why Collect Fossil Megalodon Teeth?

Owning a fossil Megalodon tooth is like holding a piece of prehistoric ocean history in your hands. These fossils make extraordinary gifts for collectors, history lovers, and anyone fascinated by ancient marine life.

Each specimen sold on MegalodonTeeth.com is 100% authentic, legally sourced, and guaranteed to be natural and unrestored—backed by years of expertise in the fossil trade.

Thank you for supporting our small business and for sharing our passion for preserving history.

Steve Alter & the MegalodonTeeth.com Team