1-1/8" Fossil Otodus Obliquus Shark Tooth Pendant – 18k Gold Electroformed

This pendant features a remarkable 1⅛-inch Otodus obliquus 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.

Otodus obliquus 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 Carcharocles megalodon. The substantial triangular crown and robust root system reflect the tremendous bite force these prehistoric hunters wielded against early whales and large marine reptiles.

Gold 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.

This 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.

Features:

• Species: Otodus obliquus (Giant Oblique Tooth Shark)
• Tooth length: 1⅛ inches (measured along longest edge)
• Age: Paleocene-Eocene epoch (approximately 60-45 million years old)
• Treatment: 18k gold electroforming
• Distinctive features: Large lateral cusplets, smooth cutting edges
• Evolutionary significance: Ancestral to Megalodon lineage
• Collection: Modern Alchemy exclusive
• Provenance: Legally obtained fossil specimen
• Origin: Likely Moroccan phosphate deposits
• Craftsmanship: Professional electroforming application