{"product_id":"colorful-2-41-fossil-mako-tooth-savannah-georgia-2853","title":"Colorful, 2.41\" Fossil Mako (Lesser White) Tooth - Savannah, Georgia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Specifics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isurus hastalis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Savannah, Georgia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle Miocene ( 15.5 Million Years )\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.41” Width: 1.52”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a stunning piece of prehistoric ocean history with this 2.41\" by 1.52\" fossil tooth from \u003cem data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"337\"\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 data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"881\" class=\"\"\u003eThis specimen boasts a beautifully preserved root and glossy 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 data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1027\" class=\"\"\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 data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1057\" class=\"\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e (Broad-toothed Mako)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.41\" long x 1.52\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Miocene–Pliocene (~5–15 million years old)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Georgia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo serrations, classic narrow blade shape\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"175\" data-start=\"101\"\u003e🦈 About Fossil Mako Shark Teeth (\u003cem data-end=\"156\" data-start=\"139\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cem data-end=\"174\" data-start=\"159\"\u003eIsurus planus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"520\" data-start=\"177\"\u003eFossil Mako shark teeth, specifically from \u003cem data-end=\"237\" data-start=\"220\"\u003eIsurus hastalis\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"242\"\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-end=\"409\" data-start=\"390\"\u003eIsurus oxyrinchus\u003c\/em\u003e) lived during the Miocene and Pliocene epochs, ranging from approximately 5 to 15 million years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"928\" data-start=\"522\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"703\" data-start=\"522\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"703\" data-start=\"524\"\u003eIsurus hastalis (broad-toothed mako) is known for its wide, triangular, unserrated teeth—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 class=\"\" data-end=\"1148\" data-start=\"930\"\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 class=\"\" data-end=\"1194\" data-start=\"1150\"\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 class=\"\" data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1391\"\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 Fossil Driven, we are passionate about fossils and committed to offering only authentic, 100% natural fossil shark teeth. 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":49095999717627,"sku":"Mako #2853","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5559\/0395\/files\/20260720_202812.png?v=1784760428","url":"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/products\/colorful-2-41-fossil-mako-tooth-savannah-georgia-2853","provider":"Fossil Driven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}