This listing features a genuine Gluckmonotodus shark tooth fossil from the Woolwich Beds, dating back to the Paleocene-Eocene transition (~56 million years ago). This well-preserved fossil was found in Beltinge, Kent, UK, a site renowned for producing high-quality shark teeth from ancient marine deposits.
Gluckmonotodus is an extinct genus of lamniform sharks, related to modern-day mako sharks and great whites. These sharks thrived in the warm, shallow seas that covered much of prehistoric Europe. Their teeth are characterized by slender, curved cusps, often with lateral cusplets, which made them highly effective predators, capable of seizing fast-moving prey like fish and squid.
This specimen displays the classic features of Gluckmonotodus teeth, including its streamlined shape, sharp cutting edges, and well-preserved enamel, making it a remarkable addition to any fossil collection.
✅ Species: Gluckmonotodus sp.
✅ Fossil Type: Shark Tooth
✅ Geological Formation: Woolwich Beds
✅ Geological Age: Paleocene-Eocene (~56 million years old)
✅ Location: Beltinge, Kent, UK
✅ Collection: Alice Purnell Collection – One of the world’s largest ammonite collections
The Woolwich Beds belong to the Paleocene-Eocene boundary, a critical period in Earth's history marking significant climatic changes and marine evolution. These deposits were formed in shallow coastal and estuarine environments, preserving a diverse array of marine fossils, including sharks, rays, mollusks, and other invertebrates. Fossils from this formation provide valuable insight into the recovery of marine ecosystems following the end-Cretaceous mass extinction.
🔹 Rare British Shark Tooth – Gluckmonotodus teeth are rarely found in the UK, making this an exceptional specimen.
🔹 Exceptional Preservation – Sharp, well-defined cusp and cusplets with detailed enamel structure.
🔹 Museum-Grade Specimen – Sourced from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection.
🔹 Guaranteed Authenticity – 100% genuine fossil, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
📏 Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm – Please see photos for full sizing details.
📸 What You See Is What You Get – The specimen in the photos is the exact fossil you will receive.
This rare British Eocene shark tooth is a fantastic addition to any fossil collection, perfect for collectors, educators, and paleontology enthusiasts.
💎 Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of prehistoric marine history!