Fossil Mammoth Tooth Slice – 4.91" – Siberia – Mammuthus primigenius
This authentic fossil mammoth tooth slice comes from the extinct woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius), and was unearthed in the frozen permafrost of Siberia, Russia. Estimated to be between 11,000 and 400,000 years old, this Ice Age relic has been expertly cut and polished to reveal the natural enamel and dentin banding that defines mammoth molars.
Measuring 4.91" long, this prehistoric fossil is ideal for collectors, educational displays, or custom lapidary work. Its intricate patterns and earthy tones offer a stunning glimpse into the life of one of the Pleistocene’s most iconic megafauna.
Add a genuine piece of Pleistocene-era Siberian mammoth history to your collection today.
About the Woolly Mammoth – Mammuthus primigenius
The woolly mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius) is one of the most iconic Ice Age mammals, roaming the vast plains of northern Eurasia and North America during the late Pleistocene epoch. First appearing around 400,000 years ago, woolly mammoths were well-adapted to frigid climates, with thick fur, a layer of insulating fat, and curved tusks used for foraging through snow and ice.
These prehistoric giants belonged to the Elephantidae family, making them close relatives of today’s African and Asian elephants. Adult woolly mammoths could reach heights of up to 13 feet at the shoulder and weigh more than 6 tons. Their distinctive teeth — large, flat molars with ridged enamel plates — were specialized for grinding tough Ice Age vegetation like grasses, sedges, and shrubs.
Fossilized mammoth teeth, like this polished slice from Siberia, offer an extraordinary window into the Ice Age world. The unique enamel banding visible in each slice reflects the complex growth structure of the tooth and the mammoth's diet over time. These specimens are typically between 11,000 and 400,000 years old, dating back to the last glacial period.
Mammoth fossils are highly prized by collectors, educators, and lapidary artists for their beauty, rarity, and historical significance. Each tooth slice is a genuine piece of Pleistocene history, linking us directly to the majestic megafauna that once roamed the Earth.
