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Fossil Shark Tooth

Carcharadon sp. (likely Carcharodon carcharias or similar Lamniformes)

Hardness: 5 (Mohs scale), Color: Cream, beige, or white (this specimen is light compared to dark river-salt fossils), Luster: Vitreous/enamel-like, Structure: Triangular blade with a distinct root base.

Identified July 6, 2026More fossil →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed through permineralization where organic tooth material is replaced by minerals over millions of years. This specimen appears relatively young or was preserved in a low-mineral-staining environment like sand. Likely Miocene to Pleistocene in age.

Uses & applications

Primarily for educational collecting, decorative display, and occasional use in jewelry (pendants).

Geological facts

Sharks constantly lose and replace thousands of teeth throughout their lives, making shark teeth the most common vertebrate fossils found in the world.

Field identification & locations

Identify by looking for the triangular shape and sharp edges in coastal sediment or dry creek beds. This specific specimen has a clean, light color characteristic of beach-found fossils or those from light limestone deposits.

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