Description
This listing features a beautifully preserved Lamna acuminata fossil shark tooth discovered in the West Melbury Marly Chalk Formation, part of the Grey Chalk Subgroup, from Dover, Kent, UK. This genuine fossil originates from the Cenomanian Stage of the Upper Cretaceous, dating to approximately 100.5 to 93.9 million years ago.
Lamna acuminata is an extinct species of mackerel shark, belonging to the order Lamniformes, a group that includes modern-day great white and mako sharks. These fast-swimming predatory sharks were apex predators of the Late Cretaceous seas that once covered much of Europe.
The West Melbury Marly Chalk Formation is well-known for its richness in marine fossils, especially from the Cenomanian. Composed of marly and chalky sediments deposited in warm, shallow epicontinental seas, the formation offers exceptional fossil preservation, especially for small vertebrate remains like fish and shark teeth.
The tooth itself displays the classic characteristics of Lamna acuminata, including a well-defined, slender, pointed crown with subtle enamel striations and occasionally visible lateral cusplets. These teeth provide valuable insights into the marine ecosystems of the Late Cretaceous and are highly collectible for enthusiasts of both vertebrate paleontology and British fossils.
Whether you are a collector, teacher, or passionate fossil enthusiast, this piece offers a tangible link to one of Earth’s most fascinating geological intervals.
Item Details:
- Species: Lamna acuminata
- Type: Fossil Shark Tooth
- Geological Age: Cenomanian Stage, Upper Cretaceous (~100.5–93.9 million years ago)
- Formation: West Melbury Marly Chalk Formation, Grey Chalk Subgroup
- Location Found: Dover, Kent, United Kingdom
- Scale Reference: Scale rule/cube = 1cm (please see photo for actual sizing)
- Certificate of Authenticity: Included
ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the exact fossil specimen you will receive. This item has been carefully hand-selected and photographed. Due to the natural variability of fossils and lighting or monitor settings, minor variations in colour or scale may be present. Once sold, the listing will be updated with a new fossil specimen and fresh imagery.
100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Selected – Certificate of Authenticity Included
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