1-1/8" Modern Mako Tooth Necklace – Small Moon Shell Heishi

This necklace features a 1-1/8 inch modern mako shark (Isurus sp.) tooth, sourced from a legacy collection. Mako teeth of this size and quality have become increasingly rare, making this piece exceptional for collectors and ocean enthusiasts.

The tooth's root has been carefully burnt – an age-old practice – to enhance its natural coloring and clear-coated to protect the surface. The tooth hangs from a hand-strung necklace of genuine moon shell heishi beads on metal wire, adding an organic, coastal aesthetic that complements the tooth's natural beauty.

An elegant necklace that can go from beach barbecue to dinner in the Hamptons. A striking piece you can be sure no one else will have.  

Mako sharks are celebrated for their sleek, elongated teeth and razor-sharp edges — perfectly designed for one of the ocean's fastest predators, capable of reaching speeds up to 45 mph. These remarkable hunters represent the pinnacle of marine predator evolution. This specimen, with its burnt root detailing and classic heishi bead presentation, serves as both wearable art and a tangible connection to the ocean's apex predators.

Please Note: Each tooth is a genuine, one-of-a-kind natural specimen. Variations in shape, color, and surface detail are expected and reflect its authentic origin.

Features:

• Species: Mako Shark (Isurus sp.)
• Size: 1-1/8 inch (measured along longest edge)
• Provenance: Legacy collection, ethically sourced
• Root treatment: Burnt finish, clear-coated
• Necklace: Moon shell heishi beads, hand-strung on metal wire, approximately 21 inches
• Craftsmanship: Handmade in the USA
• Available for sale only within the United States