{"product_id":"otodus-obliquus-shark-tooth-in-matrix-eocene-morocco","title":"Otodus obliquus Shark Tooth in Matrix — Eocene Morocco","description":"\u003cp\u003eA warm honey-coloured tooth, a pale branching root and a textured stone matrix: this \u003cem\u003eOtodus obliquus\u003c\/em\u003e fossil brings an ancient Moroccan sea into a compact natural-history display. The broad triangular crown and small side cusps give this extinct shark’s tooth its distinctive form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOtodus obliquus\u003c\/em\u003e, as identified on the accompanying supplier label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Khouribga, Morocco; phosphate beds, according to the supplier label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eocene, approximately 50–56 million years, as recorded in the supplied notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTooth length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 7 cm, estimated from the supplied ruler photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170 g including matrix, as recorded in the supplied notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffered:\u003c\/strong\u003e one tooth-in-matrix specimen. You will receive the exact fossil photographed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe shark behind the tooth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOtodus obliquus\u003c\/em\u003e was an extinct mackerel shark. Its large teeth are striking remnants of a marine predator that lived long before modern seas took their present form. The Australian Museum describes the species as potentially reaching around 9 metres in length; this is a species-level estimate, not a size estimate for the individual represented by this tooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition and presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tooth shows visible fissures, surface wear and a worn tip, with an irregular matrix outline. Preparation, repair and restoration history are unknown; an untouched original tooth-to-matrix association has not been independently verified. Please inspect the original reference photographs for condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gallery includes AI-styled product backgrounds only, the photos are originals. The shark drawing is an interpretive reconstruction; its body appearance and colours are not known precisely. Display supports and a physical illustration print are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e handle the matrix gently, avoid pressure on the tooth and dust with a soft dry brush. Keep dry and avoid chemical cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deep Time Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50586005962977,"sku":"DTA-OTODUS-MATRIX-001","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0841\/7892\/7841\/files\/otodus-matrix-0020-styled.png?v=1790438645","url":"https:\/\/deeptimeatelier.com\/products\/otodus-obliquus-shark-tooth-in-matrix-eocene-morocco","provider":"Deep Time Atelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}