Fossil Columbian Mammoth Tooth Slice 2.60" – South Carolina – Mammuthus columbi
This authentic fossil tooth slice comes from the extinct Columbian Mammoth (Mammuthus columbi), one of the largest land mammals to ever roam North America. Unearthed in South Carolina, this specimen dates back approximately 10,000 to 100,000 years to the Late Pleistocene Epoch. Expertly cut and polished, the slice reveals the intricate enamel ridges and dentin layers that defined the mammoth’s powerful grinding molars.
Measuring approximately 2.60", this fossil is perfect for collectors, educators, and anyone drawn to the natural beauty and ancient legacy of Ice Age megafauna.
Own a genuine relic from an era when giants walked the Earth.
About the Columbian Mammoth and Fossil Tooth Slices
The Columbian Mammoth was a close relative of the Woolly Mammoth but adapted to warmer climates. Towering over 13 feet tall and weighing up to 10 tons, these Ice Age giants thrived across the southern U.S., including the rich fossil beds of South Carolina.
Their massive molars were specially designed to process fibrous plant material like grasses and tree bark. Throughout their lives, mammoths replaced their molars multiple times as they wore down. Today, slices of these fossil teeth provide a cross-sectional view of this evolutionary marvel.
Polished tooth slices display distinct banding of enamel and dentin, with earthy tones in shades of brown, gray, black, and cream, reflecting the minerals of the Carolina coastal region.
Why Collect Columbian Mammoth Fossil Tooth Slices?
These fossilized tooth cross-sections are more than ancient curiosities — they are stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces of natural history. Ideal for:
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Display: Polished surfaces reveal natural textures and patterns.
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Education: Great teaching tools for paleontology and Ice Age life.
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Lapidary Arts: Use in jewelry, knives, or artistic inlays.
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Gifting: Unique and meaningful gifts for science and nature lovers.
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Collecting: A must-have for fossil enthusiasts and Ice Age collectors.
Where Are Columbian Mammoth Fossils Found?
South Carolina is a fossil-rich region, particularly along rivers and coastal plains where mammoth remains are often recovered. These locations provide beautifully preserved fossils thanks to ideal burial conditions and mineral-rich sediments.
Guaranteed Authenticity
At Fossil Driven, every fossil we sell is 100% genuine—sourced from trusted diggers and fossil dealers with expertise in North American megafauna. This polished Columbian Mammoth tooth slice is guaranteed to be an authentic piece of Ice Age history, not a replica or reproduction.
Whether for a collection, classroom, or conversation piece, this fossil tooth slice offers a tangible connection to a world long gone — when mammoths ruled the landscape.
