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Astracanthus magnus British Hybodont Shark Tooth Fossil Bathonian Jurassic Fossil White Limestone, Woodeaton Quarry, Oxfordshire
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Astracanthus magnus British Hybodont Shark Tooth Fossil Bathonian Jurassic Fossil White Limestone, Woodeaton Quarry, Oxfordshire

Original price was: £96.00.Current price is: £67.20.

Rare Astracanthus magnus Hybodont Shark Tooth Fossil – Jurassic Era, Bathonian Stage, White Limestone, Woodeaton Quarry, Oxfordshire

This exceptional Astracanthus magnus shark tooth fossil is a genuine relic from the Bathonian Stage of the Jurassic Period, approximately 168 to 166 million years ago. Discovered in the White Limestone Formation at Woodeaton Quarry, Oxfordshire, this fossil provides a rare and fascinating glimpse into the prehistoric marine ecosystems of the Jurassic.

Astracanthus magnus was a species of Hybodont shark, an ancient group of cartilaginous fish that thrived in the Jurassic oceans. These sharks were distinguished by their sharp teeth, which were ideal for preying on a variety of marine creatures. Fossils of Hybodont sharks, such as this tooth, are highly sought after by collectors and paleontology enthusiasts for their rarity and scientific importance.

Features:

  • Species: Astracanthus magnus (Extinct Hybodont shark)
  • Era: Jurassic (~168–166 million years ago)
  • Stage: Bathonian
  • Formation: White Limestone Formation
  • Location: Woodeaton Quarry, Woodeaton, Oxfordshire, UK
  • Condition: Excellent preservation with detailed structure and natural enamel clearly visible.
  • Size: Refer to the scale cube in the photo for precise measurements.

This fossil has been professionally cleaned and prepared to ensure its natural features are highlighted while preserving its authenticity. Its outstanding preservation and historical significance make it an excellent addition to any fossil collection, museum exhibit, or educational display.

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This Astracanthus magnus Hybodont shark tooth fossil is a rare opportunity to own a tangible piece of Jurassic history. Its exceptional preservation, rarity, and connection to Britain’s prehistoric marine ecosystems make it a prized addition to any collection.

Don’t miss the chance to own this rare and authentic Astracanthus magnus shark tooth fossil. Add it to your collection today and celebrate the wonders of Jurassic marine life!

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Description

Identification

This listing presents an Astracanthus magnus British hybodont shark tooth fossil, identified with White Limestone, Bathonian, Jurassic. The specimen is associated with Woodeaton Quarry, Woodeaton, Oxfordshire, providing a specific British locality for collectors interested in Jurassic fossils and historical marine life.

The name Astracanthus magnus identifies the fossil as a hybodont shark tooth. Hybodonts were an extinct group of shark-like cartilaginous fishes known from the fossil record, and their teeth are of particular interest because they preserve evidence of ancient shark diversity and feeding adaptations. A fossil tooth such as this offers a direct connection to Jurassic palaeontology and the marine ecosystems that existed during the Bathonian stage.

Geological Context

The Bathonian is a stage within the Jurassic Period. White Limestone is a notable geological description associated with the specimen, while Woodeaton Quarry places it within the Oxfordshire fossil-collecting landscape. Together, the identification and locality make this an appealing piece for collectors building a British Jurassic fossil collection, studying fossil shark teeth, or displaying representative specimens from the Bathonian.

The combination of a named fossil identification, a British locality, and a Jurassic geological stage gives this specimen strong educational and display value. It can be used as a conversation piece when exploring extinct sharks, fossil preservation, British geology, or the diversity of marine organisms represented in the Jurassic fossil record.

Collector and Display Interest

This Astracanthus magnus tooth is suited to fossil collectors, geology enthusiasts, palaeontology students, museum-style displays, and anyone interested in British Jurassic specimens. The specimen’s locality information connects it to Woodeaton, Oxfordshire, while the Bathonian designation places it within a clearly defined interval of Jurassic geological time.

Its compact fossil-tooth form makes it suitable for a dedicated fossil cabinet, educational collection, themed shark display, or geology workspace. The identification can also provide a useful starting point for further research into hybodont sharks and the fossil record of Oxfordshire.

Sizing and Photographs

Full sizing is shown in the photographs.

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.

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