{"product_id":"2-60-fossil-mako-tooth-south-east-georgia","title":"2.60\" Fossil Hastalis Mako Shark Tooth - South East, Georgia | Fossil Driven","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"599\" data-start=\"163\"\u003eDiscover a stunning piece of prehistoric ocean history with this 2.60\" by 1.74\" fossil tooth from \u003cem data-end=\"337\" data-start=\"320\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e, an extinct species of broad-toothed mako shark. Dating back to the Miocene–Pliocene era (roughly 5–15 million years ago), this tooth features sleek, blade-like enamel with no serrations, hallmarks of a high-speed predator built for piercing prey in open waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"881\" data-start=\"601\"\u003eThis specimen boasts a beautifully preserved root and beautiful reddish\/brown enamel in natural tones, making it a prime example of the species. Whether you're a fossil enthusiast, collector, or simply love the beauty of ancient marine life, this tooth makes a striking addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1027\" data-start=\"883\"\u003eIdeal for display, gifting, or educational purposes, this fossil is 100% authentic and guaranteed to be a genuine relic of Earth's distant past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1057\" data-start=\"1034\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1057\" data-start=\"1040\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem data-end=\"1086\" data-start=\"1069\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e (Broad-toothed Mako)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.60\" long x 1.74\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Miocene–Pliocene (~5–15 million years old)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: South East, Georgia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo serrations, classic narrow blade shape\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"175\" class=\"\"\u003e🦈 About Fossil Mako Shark Teeth (\u003cem data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"156\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cem data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eIsurus planus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"520\" class=\"\"\u003eFossil Mako shark teeth, specifically from \u003cem data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"257\"\u003eIsurus planus\u003c\/em\u003e, are prized for their sleek shape, glossy enamel, and impressive preservation. These extinct relatives of the modern shortfin mako (\u003cem data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eIsurus oxyrinchus\u003c\/em\u003e) lived during the \u003cstrong data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eMiocene and Pliocene epochs\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranging from approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"519\"\u003e5 to 15 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"703\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"703\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/strong\u003e (broad-toothed mako) is known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"620\"\u003ewide, triangular, unserrated teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e—often mistaken for juvenile Megalodon teeth due to their robust size and symmetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1148\" class=\"\"\u003eColors vary based on the fossilization environment, with common tones including pale tan, gray-blue, charcoal, and beige. These teeth are typically collected from riverbeds, open-pit mines, and coastal fossil deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1194\" class=\"\"\u003eEach Mako shark tooth from Fossil Driven is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% authentic and professionally inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from reputable fossil sites in the U.S. and abroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for collectors seeking aesthetically pleasing shark teeth with historic value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1424\" class=\"\"\u003eThese fossil teeth are great for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShark tooth and marine fossil collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducational displays on Miocene marine life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewelry making and wire-wrapping projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifts for fossil and ocean enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-end=\"3686\" data-start=\"3670\"\u003eFossil Driven\u003c\/strong\u003e, we are passionate about fossils and committed to offering only \u003cstrong data-end=\"3794\" data-start=\"3751\"\u003eauthentic, 100% natural fossil shark teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every specimen we sell is verified for authenticity with no repair or restoration — just a genuine piece of Earth’s ancient past, preserved for millions of years and ready to be treasured for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Driven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48550089818363,"sku":"Mako #2464","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5559\/0395\/files\/authentic-260-fossil-mako-tooth-south-east-georgia-9895599.png?v=1774561510","url":"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/products\/2-60-fossil-mako-tooth-south-east-georgia","provider":"Fossil Driven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}