XL 2.3" Mosasaur Prognathodon Fossil Tooth Cretaceous Dinosaur Era COA, Stand

Location: Oued Zem, Morocco

Weight: 1.4 Ounces

Dimensions: 2.3 Inches Long, 1.2 Inches Wide, 0.9 Inches Thick 

Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Comes with a Free Stand and Mineral Tack.

The item pictured is the one you will receive.

100-66 Million Years old, Upper Cretaceous, Maastrichtian Epoch.

Name: Prognathodon

Type: Carnivore

Size: 6 to 14 meters in length

Prognathodon is an extinct genus of marine lizards within the mosasaur family, living during the Cretaceous Period, approximately 100 to 66 million years ago. It featured a sturdy, heavy jaw capable of withstanding high bite forces generated by powerful jaw muscles, allowing it to specialize in consuming tough-shelled prey such as ammonites, turtles, and shellfish. Its teeth were highly durable and adapted for crushing, able to break prey shells while shearing flesh; they also bore serrations visible upon closer examination. Prognathodon exhibits sclerotic rings characteristic of all its species, which help maintain corneal shape and support the sclera. The main distinction between the Prognathodon species and Mosasaurus is that Prognathodon has fewer teeth compared to other mosasaurs.

Please be aware of the nature of fossils:

Being buried underground for millions of years under immense pressure can be quite harsh. No fossil is ever found completely intact and perfect. Most fossils have been restored to some degree, and others are modified by humans to improve their appearance in various ways. In Morocco, workers do a very professional job of excavating and conserving these natural treasures, though it’s common to see surface cracks. These cracks are part of the fossil's natural beauty and are not viewed as flaws.