{"product_id":"2-40-isurus-hastalis-fossil-shark-tooth-south-carolina","title":"2.40 Fossil Isurus hastalis Shark Tooth – Beaufort, South Carolina | Authentic Prehistoric Fossil","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"3698\" data-start=\"3356\"\u003eAdd a genuine piece of prehistoric ocean history to your collection with this \u003cstrong data-end=\"3482\" data-start=\"3434\"\u003eauthentic fossil Isurus hastalis shark tooth\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cspan\u003emeasuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e2.40\" long by 1.47\" wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. R\u003c\/span\u003eecovered from the fossil-rich waters near \u003cstrong data-end=\"3555\" data-start=\"3527\"\u003eBeaufort, South Carolina\u003c\/strong\u003e. This extinct broad-toothed mako shark lived during the \u003cstrong data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3612\"\u003eMiocene epoch\u003c\/strong\u003e, when shallow coastal seas supported a diverse array of marine life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3989\" data-start=\"3700\"\u003eThis specimen exhibits hallmark features of \u003cem data-end=\"3761\" data-start=\"3744\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e, including a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3803\" data-start=\"3775\"\u003esmooth, unserrated crown\u003c\/strong\u003e, glossy natural enamel, and a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3857\" data-start=\"3834\"\u003estrong, intact root\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its narrow, blade-like profile reflects the mako’s specialization as a fast-moving predator adapted for slicing and piercing prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4305\" data-start=\"3991\"\u003eThe Beaufort area is well known among fossil hunters for producing high-quality shark teeth from ancient marine deposits. Fossils from this region often show \u003cstrong data-end=\"4186\" data-start=\"4149\"\u003eearthy gray, tan, or bluish tones\u003c\/strong\u003e, influenced by local sediment and mineral composition. This tooth is \u003cstrong data-end=\"4273\" data-start=\"4256\"\u003efully natural\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no repair or enhancement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4496\" data-start=\"4307\"\u003eIdeal for collectors, educators, or anyone fascinated by prehistoric oceans, this mako shark tooth makes a striking \u003cstrong data-end=\"4443\" data-start=\"4423\"\u003edisplay specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e and a meaningful connection to Earth’s distant past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4523\" data-start=\"4503\"\u003e🦈 Item Specifics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4538\" data-start=\"4526\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"4556\" data-start=\"4539\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e (Broad-toothed Mako)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4590\" data-start=\"4582\"\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miocene (~5–15 million years old)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4642\" data-start=\"4629\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beaufort, South Carolina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4681\" data-start=\"4672\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.40\" by 1.47\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4714\" data-start=\"4700\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e100% natural, no restoration (see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Authenticity Guaranteed\" href=\"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/pages\/authenticity-guaranteed\"\u003eAuthenticity Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4818\" data-start=\"4783\"\u003e🦈 About Fossil Mako Shark Teeth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5090\" data-start=\"4819\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFossil mako shark teeth from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1922\" data-start=\"1905\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1942\" data-start=\"1927\"\u003eIsurus planus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are prized for their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"1964\"\u003esymmetry, sharp cutting edges, and glossy enamel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These extinct relatives of the modern great white (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarcharodon carcharias) \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand modern shortfin mako (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2090\" data-start=\"2071\"\u003eIsurus oxyrinchus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003elived 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5090\" data-start=\"4819\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo explore the evolutionary relationship between ancient mako sharks and modern great whites, read our article on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"The evolution of the modern great white shark\" href=\"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/blogs\/the-evolution-of-the-modern-great-white-shark-from-ancient-mako-ancestors-steve-alter\/the-evolution-modern-great-white-shark\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1493\" data-start=\"1416\"\u003ethe evolution of the modern great white shark from ancient mako ancestors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"5129\" data-start=\"5097\"\u003e🦈 Collecting \u0026amp; Display Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5180\" data-start=\"5130\"\u003eThese fossil mako shark teeth are well suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShark tooth and marine fossil collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewelry and wire-wrapping projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifts for fossil and ocean enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5437\" data-start=\"5335\"\u003eBeaufort specimens are especially appreciated for their \u003cstrong data-end=\"5436\" data-start=\"5391\"\u003enatural coloration and coastal provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"5471\" data-start=\"5444\"\u003e✅ Authenticity Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5627\" data-start=\"5472\"\u003eEvery fossil offered by \u003cstrong data-end=\"5513\" data-start=\"5496\"\u003eFossil Driven\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong data-end=\"5535\" data-start=\"5517\"\u003e100% authentic\u003c\/strong\u003e, professionally inspected, and sold in \u003cstrong data-end=\"5626\" data-start=\"5575\"\u003enatural condition with no repair or restoration\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5830\" data-start=\"5629\"\u003eAt Fossil Driven, we are passionate about fossils and committed to offering only \u003cstrong data-end=\"5756\" data-start=\"5710\"\u003eauthentic, 100% natural fossil shark teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e—genuine pieces of Earth’s ancient oceans preserved for millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Driven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47698133876987,"sku":"Mako #2033","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5559\/0395\/files\/authentic-240-fossil-mako-tooth-south-carolina-3631442.png?v=1763002752","url":"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/products\/2-40-isurus-hastalis-fossil-shark-tooth-south-carolina","provider":"Fossil Driven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}