Fossil Mosasaur Teeth
📍 Only available for shipment in Tunisia
The Story
These authentic fossilized teeth belong to the Mosasaur, a formidable marine reptile that dominated the oceans during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 70 million years ago. While often compared to dinosaurs, Mosasaurs were actually apex marine predators more closely related to modern monitor lizards and Komodo dragons. Recovered from the rich phosphate deposits of Khouribga, Morocco, these conical teeth were designed for gripping and crushing prey in ancient seas. As a powerful sign of the immense creatures that once inhabited the depths, each tooth serves as a tangible link to a vanished aquatic world that thrived just before the great extinction event.
The Details
* Scientific Name: Several species (Family Mosasauridae)
* Era: Late Cretaceous (Approx. 70 Million Years Ago)
* Location: Khouribga, Morocco
* Size: Specimens range between 0.75" and 1.25" in length.
* Taxonomy: Class Reptilia, Order Squamata
* Significance: Apex predators of the Cretaceous seas, reaching lengths of up to 50 feet in some species.
Heritage & Authenticity Note
* Quantity: Please note that each purchase is for ONE (1) individual Fossil Mosasaur Tooth.
* Authenticity: All items are guaranteed authentic by Dahr • Earth & Era. These are genuine fossilized teeth recovered from the mineral mines of Morocco.
* Natural Variation: Please note that the item pictured is a representative of our collection. Because these are natural treasures of the Earth, the specific tooth you receive may vary in size, curvature, and color hue.
* Nature’s Mark: As genuine fossils approximately 70 million years old, natural weathering, chipped tips, or surface cracks may be present. These are not defects but are characteristic signs of the item's genuine ancient nature and its preservation over millions of years.
* Handling: All items are inherently fragile and must be handled with the utmost care. They must not be subjected to impact, dropped, or struck against hard surfaces.
* Return Policy: To maintain the integrity of our collection, all sales are final. No refunds are accepted except in extraordinary circumstances, solely at the discretion of the gallery.