{"product_id":"otodus-obliquus-fossil-tooth-18k-gold-electroformed-pendant-01","title":"1-1\/8\" Fossil Otodus Obliquus Shark Tooth Pendant (NWD) – 18k Gold Electroformed","description":"\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew with Defects:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAccidents happen. The dear artisan who made this was at work on his boat when, suddenly, a big wave, or possibly a sea monster hit and led to the bail on this piece being somewhat off-center. Is this true? The world may never know. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll of our items are handmade, and some human imperfection is par for the course. However, this piece falls short of our exacting standards, so we're offering it here, among Artifacts, at a reduced price. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThis pendant features a remarkable 1⅛-inch \u003cem\u003eOtodus obliquus\u003c\/em\u003e tooth, one of the earliest giant sharks and direct ancestor to the legendary Megalodon lineage. Dating to the Paleocene-Eocene epoch approximately 60-45 million years ago, this specimen represents a critical evolutionary milestone when massive marine predators first dominated ancient seas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOtodus obliquus\u003c\/em\u003e teeth are distinguished by their distinctive large lateral cusplets flanking the main crown and completely smooth cutting edges—characteristics that make this species instantly recognizable to paleontologists. These imposing sharks reached lengths of 30+ feet, establishing the template for gigantism that would culminate millions of years later in \u003cem\u003eCarcharocles megalodon\u003c\/em\u003e. The substantial triangular crown and robust root system reflect the tremendous bite force these prehistoric hunters wielded against early whales and large marine reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eGold electroforming transforms this ancient specimen into a striking contemporary art piece, with precious metal flowing seamlessly across the root's surface while preserving the natural contours beneath. This technique embodies the Modern Alchemy collection's philosophy of merging prehistoric natural history with sophisticated modern craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThis specimen likely originates from Morocco's famous phosphate deposits, renowned worldwide for producing exceptionally preserved fossils from this critical period in shark evolution. The dense mineralization typical of these formations has maintained the tooth's structural integrity through tens of millions of years, creating the ideal foundation for contemporary artistic transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003eOtodus obliquus\u003c\/em\u003e (Giant Oblique Tooth Shark)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eTooth length: 1⅛ inches (measured along longest edge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAge: Paleocene-Eocene epoch (approximately 60-45 million years old)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eTreatment: 18k gold electroforming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eDistinctive features: Large lateral cusplets, smooth cutting edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eEvolutionary significance: Ancestral to Megalodon lineage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCollection: Modern Alchemy exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eProvenance: Legally obtained fossil specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOrigin: Likely Moroccan phosphate deposits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCraftsmanship: Professional electroforming application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Prehistoria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50588031058235,"sku":"118-FO-P-PG-91425-01","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2090\/9115\/files\/1_1-8-inch-fossil-otodus-obliquus-pendant-18k-electroformed-front.jpg?v=1757957181","url":"https:\/\/prehistoriashop.com\/products\/otodus-obliquus-fossil-tooth-18k-gold-electroformed-pendant-01","provider":"Prehistoria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}