Own a genuine piece of prehistoric Florida history with this authentic 1.67-inch fossil Megalodon tooth for sale, recovered from the legendary Bone Valley Formation in central Florida. Small in size but massive in character, this is exactly the kind of tooth that makes Bone Valley one of the most beloved fossil localities among serious collectors.
This authentic Otodus megalodon tooth displays a striking & rare green enamel coloration, good serrations, and a solid root, showcasing the exceptional mineral preservation that Bone Valley is world-famous for. If you'd like to browse more authentic Megalodon teeth for sale, be sure to explore our full collection.
Item Specifics
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Species: Otodus megalodon (Historically classified as Carcharocles megalodon)
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Size: 1.67" × 1.44"
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Location: Bone Valley Formation – Polk County, Florida
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Geological Age: Miocene (~10–15 million years old)
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Condition: 100% Natural, no repair or restoration
About This Specimen
This Bone Valley Megalodon tooth is a textbook example of what makes Florida phosphate formation teeth so collectible. The enamel displays a rich & rare green hue, a direct result of the unique mineral composition of the Bone Valley phosphate deposits, giving it a color profile you simply won't find in river-collected or Indonesian specimens. Serrations are present and well-defined, with a slightly worn tip that speaks to its natural, unaltered state. The root is solid and intact, rounding out a well-preserved little fossil that punches well above its size class.
Why Bone Valley Megalodon Teeth Are So Special
Bone Valley, part of the Peace River Formation in Polk County, Florida, is one of the most iconic fossil localities in the world. What sets these teeth apart from other Megalodon fossils on the market is simple: color and preservation. Because Bone Valley specimens come from a dry phosphate matrix rather than riverbeds, they are not stained with the dark muck typical of river-collected teeth. Instead, the phosphate-rich sediment produces fossils with remarkable detail and vivid, one-of-a-kind coloration, blues, golds, oranges, and soft grays that collectors actively seek out.
It's also worth noting that Bone Valley is believed to have served as a nursery ground for juvenile Megalodon sharks, meaning the majority of teeth found here run on the smaller side. That makes every Bone Valley tooth, regardless of size, a genuinely rare and collectible piece of Florida fossil history.
Authenticity Guarantee
Every fossil at Fossil Driven is hand-selected, accurately photographed, and backed by our Authenticity Guarantee. This specimen is:
- 100% genuine fossil Megalodon shark tooth
- All-natural, no repair or restoration
- Clearly represented so you know exactly what you're getting
Add this authentic Bone Valley Megalodon tooth to your collection and own a real piece of Florida's prehistoric ocean history.
— Brandon Zulli & the Fossil Driven Team
