Rare: palaeohypotodus rutoti british eocene shark tooth, woolwich beds, paleocene-eocene, beltinge, kent, uk

Description

This listing features a genuine Palaeohypotodus rutoti 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 significant site along the British coastline known for producing high-quality fossil shark teeth from ancient marine deposits.

What is Palaeohypotodus rutoti?

Palaeohypotodus rutoti is an extinct species of lamniform shark, closely related to modern mako sharks and great white sharks. These sharks thrived in the warm, shallow seas of the early Paleogene, feeding on a variety of fish and marine reptiles. Their teeth are characterized by a broad triangular cusp, often with small lateral cusplets, which made them efficient hunters.

This specimen showcases the classic features of Palaeohypotodus teeth, including its sharp, well-defined cusp and fine enamel detail, making it a rare and scientifically significant addition to any collection.

Fossil Details:

✅ Species: Palaeohypotodus rutoti

✅ 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

Geological Significance:

The Woolwich Beds represent shallow coastal and estuarine deposits from the Paleocene-Eocene transition, a period of significant marine biodiversity recovery and evolution following the end-Cretaceous mass extinction. These beds are known for yielding an abundance of shark teeth, mollusks, and other marine fossils, providing a crucial window into post-dinosaur marine ecosystems.

Why This Fossil is Special:

🔹 Rare British Shark Tooth – Palaeohypotodus teeth are uncommon, especially from the UK.

🔹 Exceptional Preservation – Crisp cusp and cusplets, fine enamel detail, and an excellent natural finish.

🔹 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 refer to 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 stunning British Eocene shark tooth fossil is a must-have for collectors, educators, and paleontology enthusiasts, offering a direct link to the ancient marine world of the Paleogene seas.

💎 Don’t miss out on this unique piece of prehistoric shark history!