{"product_id":"1-35-globidens-tooth-morocco","title":"2.35\" Fossil Otodus Shark Vertebra in Matrix with 1.35\" Globidens Tooth – Morocco","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eOwn a genuine piece of prehistoric ocean history with this 2.35-inch fossil Otodus shark vertebra, preserved beautifully in its natural matrix alongside a 1.35-inch Globidens tooth. The full matrix piece measures 5.88 inches, making this a highly unique and visually striking fossil display from the Late Cretaceous to Paleocene-aged marine deposits of Morocco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eThis exceptional fossil matrix combines two very different predators from ancient seas into one collectible specimen. The large Otodus shark vertebra offers a bold, unmistakable centerpiece with its natural circular structure and layered fossil texture, while the associated Globidens tooth adds a rarer and more unusual marine reptile element to the piece. Together, they create a display that stands out from typical single-specimen fossils and offers a more dynamic look into the diversity of prehistoric marine life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eThe vertebra shows beautiful natural preservation with strong visual detail, while the Globidens tooth displays attractive enamel, natural coloration, and a stout crushing form that is very different from the more familiar pointed Mosasaur teeth. This is 100% natural fossil material with no restoration, no composites, and no replicas, just a genuine piece of ancient marine life preserved in stone for millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nodc8w\" data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eItem Specifics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eOtodus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. vertebra with \u003cem data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eGlobidens\u003c\/em\u003e sp. tooth\u003cbr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eSpecimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fossil shark vertebra and marine reptile tooth preserved in natural matrix\u003cbr data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eVertebra Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.35 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eGlobidens Tooth Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.35 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003eMatrix Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.88 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morocco\u003cbr data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003eGeological Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Cretaceous–Paleocene marine deposits\u003cbr data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural and unrestored; minor matrix wear and natural weathering typical of authentic specimens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ldyfbb\" data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003eThis is a fascinating mixed fossil matrix specimen that features a well-preserved Otodus shark vertebra paired with a small Globidens tooth in the same natural stone matrix. The vertebra is the visual focal point of the piece, measuring 2.35 inches and showing the classic rounded disc shape and layered internal structure that make fossil shark vertebrae so distinctive. Its warm, earthy tones and natural texture give it excellent display presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"3092\"\u003eThe 1.35-inch Globidens tooth adds an especially desirable bonus to the specimen. Unlike the slender, recurved teeth of many mosasaurs, Globidens teeth are more robust and rounded, adapted for crushing hard-shelled prey such as ammonites, turtles, and shelled marine animals. That gives this fossil a more unusual look and makes it especially interesting for collectors who want something beyond the more common Moroccan marine material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3444\"\u003eThe surrounding matrix is packed with natural marine fossil texture and helps frame both fossils beautifully, giving the piece a rugged “as found” appearance. Overall, this is a highly collectible display specimen that combines shark fossil appeal, marine reptile appeal, and natural matrix presentation all in one authentic fossil piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"neun5p\" data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3450\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003eWhy This Specimen Stands Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"4078\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12bt9tq\" data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3547\"\u003eGenuine Otodus shark vertebra preserved in natural matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4n65kj\" data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3637\"\u003eIncludes an associated Globidens tooth, making it a unique multi-specimen display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wlv9ax\" data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3718\"\u003eFeatures two very different prehistoric marine predators in one fossil piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1skg2yb\" data-start=\"3719\" data-end=\"3806\"\u003eThe large vertebra creates a bold centerpiece with excellent natural visual texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lmtg4u\" data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3899\"\u003eThe Globidens tooth adds rarity and collector appeal thanks to its unusual crushing form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l8hdbr\" data-start=\"3900\" data-end=\"3986\"\u003eNatural matrix enhances authenticity and gives the fossil a rugged “as found” look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yua5b7\" data-start=\"3987\" data-end=\"4078\"\u003eIdeal for fossil collectors, educators, marine fossil enthusiasts, and cabinet displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3z3r1h\" data-start=\"4080\" data-end=\"4110\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4110\"\u003eAuthenticity Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4399\"\u003eAt Fossil Driven, every fossil we sell is carefully inspected and verified for authenticity. This specimen is 100% genuine fossil material with no repair or restoration unless clearly stated. No casts, no replicas, and no composites, just a real piece of Earth’s ancient past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"h85rko\" data-start=\"4401\" data-end=\"4440\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4405\" data-end=\"4440\"\u003eAbout Otodus Sharks \u0026amp; Globidens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4442\" data-end=\"4885\"\u003eOtodus was a genus of large prehistoric sharks that lived after the age of dinosaurs and is part of the broader lineage of ancient lamniform sharks that eventually gave rise to the famous megatooth sharks. Fossil vertebrae from sharks like \u003cem data-start=\"4686\" data-end=\"4694\"\u003eOtodus\u003c\/em\u003e are highly collectible because they preserve a different part of the animal than teeth alone, offering a more anatomical and unusual display than the more commonly seen isolated shark teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4887\" data-end=\"5363\"\u003eGlobidens, on the other hand, was a specialized type of mosasaur, a marine reptile that lived during the Late Cretaceous. Unlike the more familiar mosasaurs with long, conical piercing teeth, Globidens evolved rounded, crushing teeth that were perfectly adapted for feeding on hard-shelled prey. This makes Globidens teeth instantly recognizable and especially interesting to collectors looking for something a little different from standard Mosasaur material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5365\" data-end=\"5764\"\u003eSpecimens like this are especially desirable because they preserve multiple types of prehistoric marine life in one natural matrix piece, creating a more complete and visually compelling snapshot of ancient ocean ecosystems. Moroccan fossil beds are world-famous for producing this kind of marine material, and mixed matrix specimens like this are always fun because no two are ever quite alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5766\" data-end=\"6012\"\u003eAt Fossil Driven, we are passionate about all things fossils. Every specimen we offer is selected for authenticity, quality, and collector appeal, bringing genuine prehistoric history into the hands of collectors who appreciate the real thing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Driven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48665481838843,"sku":"Mosa #2524:C","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5559\/0395\/files\/235-fossil-otodus-shark-vertebra-in-matrix-with-135-globidens-tooth-morocco-8817656.png?v=1775514429","url":"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/products\/1-35-globidens-tooth-morocco","provider":"Fossil Driven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}