Handcrafted Artisan Jewelry
Where Ancient Treasures Meet Premium Materials
Our Jewelry Philosophy
At Prehistoria, we create unique artisan jewelry that transforms exceptional shark teeth into wearable art. Our pieces combine carefully selected specimens with premium materials—sterling silver, gold, semi-precious stones, and quality gemstones—using handcrafted techniques that honor both the natural beauty of fossils and skilled jewelry-making traditions.
Each piece represents a collaboration between nature's perfect design and human artistry. Working with specimens that are millions of years old presents unique challenges that require custom solutions and artisan techniques not found in conventional jewelry making.
Materials & Construction
Premium Metals & Stones
We work exclusively with sterling silver, 14k and 18k gold, and carefully selected gemstones. Our metal caps and settings are crafted by skilled jewelers to showcase each specimen's natural beauty.
Custom Fitting Process
Due to the unique nature of each tooth, specimens are carefully shaped and fitted to work with jewelry settings. This process requires specialized techniques to preserve the tooth's character while ensuring secure, lasting attachment.
Handcrafted Assembly
Each piece is individually assembled using techniques developed specifically for working with prehistoric specimens. While our methods ensure durability and beauty, pieces may show subtle variations that reflect their handmade nature.
Quality Control
Every piece is carefully inspected before shipping, though minor variations in finishing are expected with handcrafted jewelry featuring natural specimens.
Design Approaches
Contemporary Elegance
Clean, sophisticated settings that let the tooth's natural drama take center stage. Perfect for those who appreciate subtle luxury with extraordinary stories.
Statement Pieces
Bold designs that celebrate the raw power and prehistoric grandeur of these ancient predators. Ideal for collectors who want their jewelry to command attention.
Custom Creations
Bespoke pieces designed around exceptional specimens or personal vision. We work closely with clients to create truly one-of-a-kind heirlooms.
The Prehistoria Approach
Exceptional Specimens
We maintain one of the largest inventories of jewelry-grade shark teeth in the United States, selecting specimens for their visual impact, preservation, and rarity—often exceeding what museums have in their collections.
Premium Materials
All jewelry features quality metals (sterling silver, 14k/18k gold) and carefully selected gemstones, ensuring lasting beauty and value.
Honest Craftsmanship
Our pieces are handcrafted using techniques developed for working with prehistoric specimens. While we maintain high standards, subtle variations and construction details reflect the artisan nature of our work.
Unique Challenges
Working with million-year-old specimens requires specialized techniques not used in conventional jewelry. Each piece represents a custom solution that balances specimen preservation with wearable beauty.
Investment Value
The combination of rare specimens and premium materials creates pieces that maintain value over time, especially as authentic prehistoric specimens become increasingly scarce.
Care & Longevity
Heirloom Quality
Our pieces are designed and constructed to be treasured for years, with settings that protect the fossil while showcasing its beauty.
Maintenance Guidance
We provide detailed care instructions to ensure your piece maintains its beauty and integrity over time.
Repair Services
Professional repair and restoration services are available to maintain your investment and preserve treasured pieces.
Transform prehistoric power into personal luxury. Our handcrafted jewelry pieces offer the perfect fusion of ancient wonder and contemporary elegance.
Research
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Do Shark Repellent Bracelets Really Work? The S...
Independent scientific review reveals most shark repellent bracelets offer zero protection. University research shows magnetic deterrents completely fail, while even the best electrical devices work only 60% of the time...
Do Shark Repellent Bracelets Really Work? The S...
Independent scientific review reveals most shark repellent bracelets offer zero protection. University research shows magnetic deterrents completely fail, while even the best electrical devices work only 60% of the time...
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How Scientists Use Shark Teeth as Precise Time ...
New University of Florida research shows fossil shark teeth can provide precise age estimates for fossil sites. Discover how strontium isotope analysis is enhancing paleontological dating methods.
How Scientists Use Shark Teeth as Precise Time ...
New University of Florida research shows fossil shark teeth can provide precise age estimates for fossil sites. Discover how strontium isotope analysis is enhancing paleontological dating methods.
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Pacific Sleeper Sharks Documented for First Tim...
A team of marine researchers from Sun Yat-sen University has captured important footage that expands our understanding of Pacific sleeper shark distribution and behavior. For the first time, these elusive...
Pacific Sleeper Sharks Documented for First Tim...
A team of marine researchers from Sun Yat-sen University has captured important footage that expands our understanding of Pacific sleeper shark distribution and behavior. For the first time, these elusive...
Identification
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Tiger Shark Teeth: Complete Identification Guide
Learn to identify tiger shark teeth with this comprehensive guide covering diagnostic features, species comparisons, and authentication tips for collectors.
Tiger Shark Teeth: Complete Identification Guide
Learn to identify tiger shark teeth with this comprehensive guide covering diagnostic features, species comparisons, and authentication tips for collectors.
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Bull Shark vs Sandbar Shark: What Collectors Sh...
Distinguishing between bull shark and sandbar shark teeth ranks among the most challenging identifications in fossil collecting. These similar requiem species often appear together in Atlantic formations, creating identification puzzles...
Bull Shark vs Sandbar Shark: What Collectors Sh...
Distinguishing between bull shark and sandbar shark teeth ranks among the most challenging identifications in fossil collecting. These similar requiem species often appear together in Atlantic formations, creating identification puzzles...
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Requiem Shark Teeth Identification: Complete Co...
Requiem sharks include some of the most commonly collected shark teeth, from the robust Bull Shark to the delicate Silky Shark. While these species share similar basic structures, each has...
Requiem Shark Teeth Identification: Complete Co...
Requiem sharks include some of the most commonly collected shark teeth, from the robust Bull Shark to the delicate Silky Shark. While these species share similar basic structures, each has...
Encyclopedia
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Palaeocarcharodon: The Mysterious Ancestor in M...
In the fascinating world of extinct sharks, few genera are as enigmatic as Palaeocarcharodon. While this ancient group may not dominate headlines in paleontological journals, it represents one of the...
Palaeocarcharodon: The Mysterious Ancestor in M...
In the fascinating world of extinct sharks, few genera are as enigmatic as Palaeocarcharodon. While this ancient group may not dominate headlines in paleontological journals, it represents one of the...
Collecting
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Geological Formation Guide for Shark Tooth Coll...
Understanding geological formations transforms casual beach combing into strategic fossil hunting. After examining thousands of specimens from formations worldwide, formation knowledge consistently separates successful collectors from those who rely purely...
Geological Formation Guide for Shark Tooth Coll...
Understanding geological formations transforms casual beach combing into strategic fossil hunting. After examining thousands of specimens from formations worldwide, formation knowledge consistently separates successful collectors from those who rely purely...
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Tiger Shark Tooth Collecting: Locations, Values...
Tiger shark teeth offer collectors some of the most distinctive and rewarding specimens in fossil collecting. Their robust construction, unique morphology, and wide geographic distribution create diverse collecting opportunities across...
Tiger Shark Tooth Collecting: Locations, Values...
Tiger shark teeth offer collectors some of the most distinctive and rewarding specimens in fossil collecting. Their robust construction, unique morphology, and wide geographic distribution create diverse collecting opportunities across...
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Tiger Shark Teeth: Care, Display & Authenticati...
Tiger shark teeth require proper care, display techniques, and authentication methods to maintain their scientific value and collector appeal. As someone who handles these specimens regularly, I've learned that proper...
Tiger Shark Teeth: Care, Display & Authenticati...
Tiger shark teeth require proper care, display techniques, and authentication methods to maintain their scientific value and collector appeal. As someone who handles these specimens regularly, I've learned that proper...
Locations
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Conservation
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Shark Conservation: How Fossil Collectors Can H...
Learn how shark fossil collecting supports conservation efforts. Discover the crisis facing modern sharks and how collectors can make a difference through ethical collecting.
Shark Conservation: How Fossil Collectors Can H...
Learn how shark fossil collecting supports conservation efforts. Discover the crisis facing modern sharks and how collectors can make a difference through ethical collecting.
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Great White Shark Teeth: A Collector's Guide to...
Expert guide to legal Great White shark teeth collecting. Learn authentication, documentation requirements, and fossil alternatives for collectors.
Great White Shark Teeth: A Collector's Guide to...
Expert guide to legal Great White shark teeth collecting. Learn authentication, documentation requirements, and fossil alternatives for collectors.
Culture
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Why People Collect Shark Teeth: History and Mod...
From ancient Hawaiian warriors to modern fossil hunters, shark teeth have captivated humans for millennia. Discover the fascinating cultural history and psychology behind one of nature's most enduring collectibles—and why...
Why People Collect Shark Teeth: History and Mod...
From ancient Hawaiian warriors to modern fossil hunters, shark teeth have captivated humans for millennia. Discover the fascinating cultural history and psychology behind one of nature's most enduring collectibles—and why...
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Jaws Turns 50: Your Ultimate Guide to Anniversa...
Jaws turns 50 this summer, and fans everywhere are celebrating with special screenings, museum exhibitions, live orchestra showings, and floating lake viewings. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just shark-curious,...
Jaws Turns 50: Your Ultimate Guide to Anniversa...
Jaws turns 50 this summer, and fans everywhere are celebrating with special screenings, museum exhibitions, live orchestra showings, and floating lake viewings. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just shark-curious,...
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From Jaws to Shark Teeth: How the 1975 Blockbus...
Half a century after Jaws terrified moviegoers and reshaped our view of sharks, its legacy still looms large. This deep dive explores how Spielberg’s blockbuster impacted public perception, marine science,...
From Jaws to Shark Teeth: How the 1975 Blockbus...
Half a century after Jaws terrified moviegoers and reshaped our view of sharks, its legacy still looms large. This deep dive explores how Spielberg’s blockbuster impacted public perception, marine science,...