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THBFossilized Moroccan Basilosaurus Mandible Bone w/ Teeth
Lot 95
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Museum-worthy examples of classical antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Viking, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine / Visual Arts, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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Ancient Seas, Morocco, Late Eocene, ca. 40 to 35 million years ago. This is an incredible fossilized jawbone and frightening teeth from a Basilosaurus, the first fully aquatic whale species! This is the lower left mandible containing 4 relatively "normal" conical teeth at the front (incisors and canines) and then the 6 monstrous serrated premolars and molars at the back - note the multitude of serrations / cusps on the molars! The various shapes enabled Basilosaurus to chew its food, unlike modern whales which swallow prey whole. They were a predatory species that hunted fish, sharks, and other prehistoric sea animals. A spectacular specimen that is visually appealing and a fascinating example of whale evolution! Size: 22.75" L x 1.5" W x 6" H (57.8 cm x 3.8 cm x 15.2 cm); 8.25" H (21 cm) on included custom stand; (largest tooth): 2.5" L x 2" W (6.4 cm x 5.1 cm)
Basilosaurus means "king lizard" which is a misnomer since this was one of the largest mammals at the time - however early discoveries revealed they had an elongated, snake-like body leading scientists to think it was a type of reptile when they first uncovered this whale's remains. As a primitive whale, Basilosaurus still retained unusual traits that were closer to terrestrial relatives, such as elbows in their front flippers and their multi cusped molars for tearing- demonstrating the transitional stage between land mammals and whales!
Provenance: private Berthoud, Colorado, USA collection
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#172552Professionally prepared. Infill to gaps and stable fissures as expected with fossilization process. Repairs to teeth. Stable fissures from fossilization throughout.Condition
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