{"product_id":"2-69-inch-megalodon-tooth-north-carolina","title":"2.69\" Fossil Megalodon Tooth - North Carolina | Fossil Driven","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"6629\" data-start=\"6231\"\u003eOwn a nice and highly collectible piece of prehistoric ocean history with this authentic 2.69-inch fossil Megalodon tooth for sale, recovered 40 miles offshore of Wilmington, North Carolina, in about 120 feet of water. Smaller Megalodon teeth can be especially desirable when they feature uncommon morphology, strong preservation, or a well-known fossil locality, making them excellent additions for collectors who appreciate more than just size alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6937\" data-start=\"6631\"\u003eThis genuine Otodus megalodon tooth features beautiful, orange\/tan enamel, solid root, and worn, but visible serrations along the blade, making it a great choice for collectors searching for a real Megalodon tooth for sale with strong character in a compact size. If you’d like to browse more authentic \u003ca title=\"Fossil Megalodon teeth for sale\" href=\"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/collections\/fossil-megalodon-shark-teeth\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"6896\" data-start=\"6868\"\u003eMegalodon teeth for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, be sure to explore our full collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"6961\" data-start=\"6939\" data-section-id=\"nodc8w\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"6961\" data-start=\"6943\"\u003eItem Specifics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"7204\" data-start=\"6962\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7047\" data-start=\"6962\" data-section-id=\"w7jr3n\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"6976\" data-start=\"6964\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Otodus megalodon \u003cem data-end=\"7047\" data-start=\"6994\"\u003e(Historically classified as Carcharocles megalodon)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7076\" data-start=\"7048\" data-section-id=\"vwplib\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"7059\" data-start=\"7050\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.69\" × 1.77\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7108\" data-start=\"7077\" data-section-id=\"19ls3jb\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"7092\" data-start=\"7079\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meg Ledge (Offshore of Wilmington, North Carolina)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7175\" data-start=\"7109\" data-section-id=\"exy20h\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"7130\" data-start=\"7111\"\u003eGeological Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miocene–Pliocene \u003cem data-end=\"7175\" data-start=\"7148\"\u003e(~3–15 million years old)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7204\" data-start=\"7176\" data-section-id=\"1bx8v3o\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"7192\" data-start=\"7178\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Natural, no repair or restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"7233\" data-start=\"7206\" data-section-id=\"1ldyfbb\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"7233\" data-start=\"7210\"\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7532\" data-start=\"7234\"\u003eThis fossil Megalodon tooth displays beautiful, orange\/tan enamel, solid root, and worn, but visible serrations along the blade. Smaller Megalodon teeth like this can still be highly collectible, especially when they show attractive natural preservation, uncommon shape, or come from a classic fossil-producing locality, like Meg Ledge. They are also at a great entry-level price point for newer collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"7588\" data-start=\"7534\" data-section-id=\"8aqiu9\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"7588\" data-start=\"7538\"\u003eWhy Small Megalodon Teeth Are Worth Collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"7640\" data-start=\"7589\"\u003eFor many collectors, smaller Megalodon teeth offer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"7860\" data-start=\"7641\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7697\" data-start=\"7641\" data-section-id=\"cy8tbs\"\u003eExcellent affordability compared to larger specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7739\" data-start=\"7698\" data-section-id=\"p0rf9a\"\u003eStrong display appeal in compact form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7793\" data-start=\"7740\" data-section-id=\"k1e8e0\"\u003eAccess to rare localities or unusual morphologies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"7860\" data-start=\"7794\" data-section-id=\"13hfd9r\"\u003eA great entry point into authentic fossil Megalodon collecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Wilmington, North Carolina Megalodon Teeth Are Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"15547\" data-start=\"15174\"\u003eOffshore Wilmington, North Carolina, especially the famous Meg Ledge region, is one of the most respected localities in the United States for authentic fossil Megalodon teeth. These teeth are typically recovered by divers working miles offshore in fossil-rich marine deposits, where ancient sediments preserved the remains of one of the largest sharks to ever live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"16036\" data-start=\"15549\"\u003eMegalodon teeth from Wilmington \/ Meg Ledge are highly collectible because they often show beautiful, natural colors of tans, oranges, grays, and sometimes blacks, excellent overall character, and they don't often break the bank. This locality has produced some of the East Coast’s most recognizable Megalodon teeth and remains one of the best locations for entry-level teeth for new collectors. If you’d like to learn more about where these incredible fossils come from, check out our guide on \u003ca title=\"Where Are Megalodon Teeth Found?\" href=\"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/blogs\/megalodon-fossil-shark-tooth-guides\/megalodon-tooth-global-locations\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"16035\" data-start=\"15993\"\u003ewhere fossil Megalodon teeth are found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"7944\" data-start=\"7914\" data-section-id=\"3z3r1h\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"7944\" data-start=\"7918\"\u003eAuthenticity Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"8081\" data-start=\"7945\"\u003eEvery fossil at Fossil Driven is hand-selected, accurately photographed, and backed by our \u003ca title=\"Authenticity Guarantee\" href=\"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/pages\/authenticity-guaranteed\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"8062\" data-start=\"8036\"\u003eAuthenticity Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. This specimen is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"8210\" data-start=\"8082\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"8116\" data-start=\"8082\" data-section-id=\"2bmxj4\"\u003e100% genuine fossil Megalodon shark tooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"8148\" data-start=\"8117\" data-section-id=\"mq1k8y\"\u003eAll Natural, no repair or restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"8210\" data-start=\"8149\" data-section-id=\"zgze9s\"\u003eclearly represented so you know exactly what you’re getting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"8337\" data-start=\"8212\"\u003eAdd this authentic North Carolina\u003cstrong data-end=\"8267\" data-start=\"8231\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMegalodon tooth to your collection and own a real piece of prehistoric ocean history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"8383\" data-start=\"8339\"\u003e— \u003cstrong data-end=\"8383\" data-start=\"8341\"\u003eBrandon Zulli \u0026amp; the Fossil Driven Team\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Fossil Driven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48793423446267,"sku":"Meg #2549","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5559\/0395\/files\/269-fossil-megalodon-tooth-for-sale-north-carolina-fossil-driven-5319127.png?v=1777237508","url":"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/products\/2-69-inch-megalodon-tooth-north-carolina","provider":"Fossil Driven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}