Add a genuine piece of prehistoric ocean history to your collection with this authentic fossil Isurus hastalis shark tooth, measuring 2.03" long by 1.23" wide. Sourced from Lee Creek Mine in North Carolina. This extinct broad-toothed mako shark lived during the Miocene epoch, when warm coastal seas covered much of the southeastern United States.
This specimen displays the classic traits of Isurus hastalis, including a smooth, blade-like crown with no serrations, glossy natural enamel, and a well-preserved root. Its streamlined cutting profile reflects the mako’s role as a fast, open-ocean predator built for piercing prey.
Lee Creek is one of the most famous fossil sites in North America, renowned for producing exceptionally preserved marine fossils. Teeth from this locality often exhibit dark gray to charcoal tones, shaped by mineral-rich sediments and millions of years of natural fossilization. This specimen is completely natural, with no repair or restoration.
Whether you’re a seasoned fossil collector, educator, or first-time buyer, this mako shark tooth makes an excellent display specimen, educational piece, or unique prehistoric gift.
🦈 Item Specifics
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Species: Isurus hastalis (Broad-toothed Mako)
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Age: Miocene (~5–15 million years old)
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Location: Lee Creek Mine, North Carolina
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Size: 2.03" by 1.23"
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Condition: Natural, no repairs or restoration
🦈 About Fossil Mako Shark Teeth
Fossil mako shark teeth from Isurus hastalis and Isurus planus are prized for their symmetry, sharp cutting edges, and glossy enamel. These extinct relatives of the modern great white (Carcharodon carcharias) and modern shortfin mako (Isurus oxyrinchus) lived during the Miocene and Pliocene epochs and are often admired for their resemblance to juvenile Megalodon teeth, though mako teeth lack serrations, defined thick, bourlette, and have a slimmer cutting profile.
To explore the evolutionary relationship between ancient mako sharks and modern great whites, read our article on the evolution of the modern great white shark from ancient mako ancestors.
🦈 Collecting & Display Value
Fossil mako shark teeth are ideal for:
- Shark tooth and marine fossil collections
- Educational displays on Miocene marine life
- Jewelry making and wire-wrapping projects
- Gifts for fossil and ocean enthusiasts
Collectors value Lee Creek specimens for their dark coloration, sharp edges, and excellent preservation.
✅ Authenticity Guarantee
Every fossil offered by Fossil Driven is 100% authentic, professionally inspected, and sold in natural condition with no repair or restoration.
At Fossil Driven, we are passionate about fossils and committed to offering only authentic, 100% natural fossil shark teeth—genuine relics of Earth’s ancient oceans, preserved for millions of years and ready to be treasured for generations to come.
