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

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

Original price was: £36.00.Current price is: £28.80.

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 well-known fossil site along the British coastline that produces outstanding examples of early Paleogene shark teeth.

What is Palaeohypotodus rutoti?

Palaeohypotodus rutoti was an extinct species of lamniform shark, closely related to mako sharks and great whites. These sharks were among the apex predators of the Paleocene-Eocene seas, using their sharp, triangular teeth with lateral cusplets to grasp and slice through prey such as fish and smaller marine reptiles.

This specimen exhibits classic Palaeohypotodus tooth morphology, featuring a broad central cusp, fine serrations, and small lateral cusplets, making it an exceptional addition to any fossil 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 marine and estuarine deposits from the early Paleogene period, a crucial time in shark evolution and marine biodiversity recovery following the Cretaceous mass extinction. These fossil-bearing layers contain a wide variety of marine fossils, including sharks, rays, mollusks, and other invertebrates, offering a fascinating look into the prehistoric ecosystem of the Paleocene-Eocene seas.

Why This Fossil is Special:

🔹 Rare British Shark Tooth – Palaeohypotodus rutoti teeth are far less common than other Eocene shark species.

🔹 Exceptional Preservation – Displays well-defined enamel, a sharp central cusp, and complete lateral cusplets.

🔹 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 stunning British Eocene shark tooth is a must-have for fossil collectors, educators, and paleontology enthusiasts, offering an incredible glimpse into the prehistoric marine world of the Paleogene period.

💎 Don’t miss out on this rare and scientifically significant fossil!

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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 well-known fossil site along the British coastline that produces outstanding examples of early Paleogene shark teeth.

What is Palaeohypotodus rutoti?

Palaeohypotodus rutoti was an extinct species of lamniform shark, closely related to mako sharks and great whites. These sharks were among the apex predators of the Paleocene-Eocene seas, using their sharp, triangular teeth with lateral cusplets to grasp and slice through prey such as fish and smaller marine reptiles.

This specimen exhibits classic Palaeohypotodus tooth morphology, featuring a broad central cusp, fine serrations, and small lateral cusplets, making it an exceptional addition to any fossil 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 marine and estuarine deposits from the early Paleogene period, a crucial time in shark evolution and marine biodiversity recovery following the Cretaceous mass extinction. These fossil-bearing layers contain a wide variety of marine fossils, including sharks, rays, mollusks, and other invertebrates, offering a fascinating look into the prehistoric ecosystem of the Paleocene-Eocene seas.

Why This Fossil is Special:

🔹 Rare British Shark Tooth – Palaeohypotodus rutoti teeth are far less common than other Eocene shark species.

🔹 Exceptional Preservation – Displays well-defined enamel, a sharp central cusp, and complete lateral cusplets.

🔹 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 stunning British Eocene shark tooth is a must-have for fossil collectors, educators, and paleontology enthusiasts, offering an incredible glimpse into the prehistoric marine world of the Paleogene period.

💎 Don’t miss out on this rare and scientifically significant fossil!

Additional information

Era

Eocene
Origin

United Kingdom

Eocene Information

The Eocene Period (56–33.9 million years ago) was a time of warm global temperatures and the rapid evolution of mammals following the extinction of the dinosaurs. The climate was hot and humid, with lush rainforests covering much of the planet, even near the poles. Mammals diversified into new ecological roles, with early primates, whales (like Basilosaurus), large herbivores, and carnivores emerging. Birds and reptiles also thrived, and the first grasses began spreading, setting the stage for later grassland ecosystems. By the late Eocene, the Earth’s climate cooled significantly, leading to the formation of the first Antarctic ice sheets and the eventual transition to the drier, cooler Oligocene Period.

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