Prehistoric Shark Teeth & Mosasaur Fossil Collection (Auction 2026-06-05, Lot 140)

$289.13

North America & North Africa, Morocco, Cretaceous to Pliocene, ca. 70 to 2 million years ago. A paired collection of two professionally assembled fossil display cases, together presenting a diverse survey of prehistoric sharks and aquatic reptiles spanning tens of millions of years of ancient ocean life. The first is a wood shadow box mounted under glass, containing labeled specimens from the phosphate mines of Khouribga, Morocco – including teeth from sharks, mosasaurs, and fish, with a hanging loop on the verso for wall display. The second is a clear acrylic case presenting “Prehistoric Shark Teeth of North America,” with individually labeled specimens including an Extinct Giant White. The hinged lid opens for closer examination and also features a wall-mount loop. Size of largest tooth: 1.6″ L x 1.1″ W (4.1 cm x 2.8 cm); wood case: 9.5″ L x 5.75″ W (24.1 cm x 14.6 cm)

Provenance: private Colorado, USA collection

Condition: Good. Overall in good condition, with the majority of specimens intact. Some chips, abrasions, and minor losses to the roots of the larger shark teeth. All are mounted on cloth or paper backings. The wood case does not open, and teeth have not been examined outside of the case. The acrylic box lid opens for closer inspection.