Dinosaur Fossils & Teeth - U.S.
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Buried Treasure Fossils offers a fantastic collection of Cretaceous and Jurassic dinosaur fossils for sale from the US. Fossil remains include well preserved teeth, bones, and claws, and are highly valued by collectors. These top quality specimens were all legally collected from private lands in the northwestern US. All are authentic dinosaur fossils and legally collected from private land! US Dinosaurs - items are being added to the catalogs starting with Tyrannosaurus rex (T.rex) and Nanotyrannus teeth! Authenticity guaranteed. Have a look.
Dinosaur Teeth
Paleontologists are the scientists that love to study dinosaurs, and they learn a lot from dinosaur teeth. When analyzed along with the size of a dinosaur skull, a paleontologist can determine many things, including how the beast obtained its food and what sorts of things it ate. Some dino teeth even explain how the animal digested what it devoured.
Some dinosaurs had long teeth that were set in their jaws like the tines of a rake. These kinds of dinosaur teeth were used to pull nutritious leaves and bark from ancient plants. Other sorts of dinosaurs had razor sharp teeth that they used to kill and eat other animals, including other dinosaurs. Many herbivorous, plant-eating dinosaurs had rows of flat grinding teeth that they used to smash vegetable matter before swallowing.
Amazing facts about dinosaur teeth
1. Dinosaurs could re-grow any teeth that went missing. Paleontologists think that both plant-eating and carnivorous dinosaurs had the amazing ability to generate new teeth whenever they needed replacing a missing tooth. Dinosaurs such as Diplodocus may have grown brand new teeth every 35 days or so. Another dino, the Camarasaurus, required around two months to generate a replacement tooth, explains Live Science magazine.
2. A funny looking, duck-billed dinosaur named Hadrosaur boasted more teeth in its mouth than any other dinosaur that has ever been discovered. Although Hadrosaurs probably dined upon nothing but plant materials, they used almost 1,000 self-sharpening teeth to do make it happen.
3. The Apatosaurus dinosaur had a whole lot of teeth in its jaws, but it was not able to chew its food. Instead, the Apatosaurus dinosaur had specialized “stripper teeth” that were utilized to scrape leaves from vegetation. Fossil evidence discovered over the years indicates that the massive 19-ton reptilian beast probably swallowed without chewing its food at all.
4. Tyrannosaurus rex teeth had a mouth full of serrated teeth. The mighty dino's curved, chisel-like front teeth were used to grip, pull and yank raw meat from the bones of its unfortunate prey. Back teeth were not molars like we know today, but they did serve to dice meat into chunks that could be easily swallowed. Amazingly, some rather "banana-shaped" T. rex teeth were a foot long, including several inches of root. T. rex boasted 60 teeth in its Volkswagen-sized skull. Its front teeth were more closely spaced than the teeth toward the back of T. rex's massive mouth.
5. Kentrosaurus, Stegosaurus, and other Stegosaurids had dinosaur teeth attached to a jaw that probably wasn't very strong. These ancient beasts primarily dined upon low-lying shrubs, mosses, and fallen fruit.
6. Trachodon, Deinodon, and Cardiodon dinosaurs left no bones to be discovered (yet) but since teeth are harder, they did leave their dental imprint on the fossil record.
If you'd like to own one or more dinosaur teeth of your own, contact Buried Treasure Fossils at btfossils@cs.com or (281) 342-7129 during regular business hours.
Verified Dinosaur Fossils and Rare Collectibles
We solve sourcing challenges by providing rigorously inspected, 100% authentic specimens from top US fossil beds. Buried Treasure Fossils' collection includes T. rex teeth, Triceratops bone sections, raptor claws, and Edmontosaurus remnants. Each item listed includes precise details regarding species, location of origin, preservation quality, and formation context. Our US dinosaur collections focus on Jurassic finds from the Morrison Fm. and Late Cretaceous finds from the Judith River, Hell Creek & Lance Creek Formations.
Understanding what makes fossils genuine helps collectors buy with complete confidence.
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Owning authentic dinosaur specimens transforms abstract history into a tangible learning experience. Advanced collectors gain museum-quality pieces with strong investment value, while beginners receive entry-level specimens priced under $50. Parents and educators utilize these genuine artifacts to spark curiosity in STEM disciplines and preserve natural history for generations to come.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it legal to own dinosaur fossils collected in the US? Yes. Fossils found on private land in the US belong to the landowner and can be legally collected and owned with the proper permission.
How do you guarantee the authenticity of your dinosaur specimens? Every specimen is personally inspected and evaluated by founder Gary Greaser based on more than three decades of professional collecting experience. Details regarding preservation condition, species identification, repair or restoration, and discovery location are thoroughly verified.
How are fragile dinosaur specimens packaged for shipping? All specimens are carefully packed using specialized protective materials and sturdy shipping boxes to prevent damage during transit. Orders are insured and dispatched with tracking details provided upon shipment.
Can I request custom display cases or custom mounting for my dinosaur specimen? Yes. Many specimens come with a display case or stand as cited in their descriptions. We can discuss display advice and custom presentation options upon request.
What geological formations do these US dinosaur specimens originate from? Most US dinosaur fossils in our catalog originate from famous fossil-bearing strata such as the Hell Creek Formation in Montana and South Dakota, the Lance Creek Formation in Wyoming, the Judith River Formation in Montana, and the Morrison Formation across the American West. Specific formation details are listed in each item's description.
- Struthiomimus - Sacral Vertebra$950.00
A very rare Top Quality Struthiomimus altus neck (anterior sacral) vertebra from the late Cretaceous of North America. Struthiomimus is a long legged, bipedal, toothless dinosaur found in the Hell Creek formation. The Struthiomimus means "ostrich mimic" which best describes this species. Excellent bone quality and color. The vertebra is complete with processes missing. Excellent bone preservation. No repair or restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Hell Creek Fm., Carter Co., Montana. An excellent collector's quality Struthiomimus sacral vertebra. Authenticity guaranteed. Essentially complete - very rare.
DS21 SIZE: 3-1/2" (length) x 2-7/8" (width)
Note - Adding 12 Struthiomimus bones & claws in September 2026. Link to Struthiomimus fossils catalog
Learn More - Edmontosaurus - Radius$895.00
A Top Quality Edmontosaurus radius bone from the late Cretaceous of North America. Edmontosaurus is a very large hadrosaur or "duck-bill" dinosaur found in the Hell Creek formation. This is a complete Edmontosaurus radius (lower arm or forelimb) bone. Bone quality is excellent. Some crack fill. No restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Hell Creek Fm., Harding Co., So. Dakota. An exceptional collector's quality Edmontosaurus radius bone with great color. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - This items weighs 3 pounds and an international shipping surcharge will be applied to the "free shipping" offer.
DH36 SIZE: 19-3/4" (length) ; Ends: 3" & 2-3/8" (each end width)
Note - Adding 19 Edmontosaurus bones / claws in May 2026. Link to Edmontosaurus fossils catalog
Learn More - Tyrannosaur tooth$895.00
A LARGE, Top Quality Tyrannosaur tooth from the late Cretaceous (Campanian) in northern North America. Please note that this tooth could be Gorgosaurus or Daspletosaurus - see Detailed Discussion below. This tooth measures 1-3/4" - an excellent Tyrannosaur tooth. The enamel is highest quality with excellent color. The posterior serrations are excellent, and anterior serrations are missing. The crown has no cracks or repair. No restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Judith River Fm., Hill Co., Montana. Authenticity guaranteed. An excellent Judith River Fm. collector's tooth. A Riker display case is included.
DY05 SIZE: 1-3/4" (Base: 11/16" wide x 1/2")
Note - Adding 27 new Tyrannosaur teeth in October 2026. Link to Tyrannosaur teeth catalog.
Learn More - Camarasaurus metatarsal$850.00
A rare Top Quality Camarasaurus metatarsal bone from the Morrison Fm. This juvenile Camarasaurus metatarsal measures 4-7/8". The bone is high quality. Excellent brown color and patina. Great overall condition with no restoration. Just basic crack fill. Camarasaurus was a medium-sized sauropod that lived during the late Jurassic. Legally collected on private land in the Big Horn Basin, Wyoming. Authenticity guaranteed. Complete Jurassic bones are rare!
DL36 SIZE: 4-7/8" (End width: 3-7/8" x 2-1/4")
Note - Adding 9 Jurassic teeth & bones in January 2024 Link to Dinosaur bones
Learn More - Struthiomimus - Toe Bone$795.00
An EXTRA LARGE, Top Quality Struthiomimus altus toe bone from the late Cretaceous of North America. An August Fossil of the Month. Struthiomimus is a long legged, bipedal, toothless dinosaur found in the Hell Creek formation. The Struthiomimus means "ostrich mimic" which best describes this species. Exceptional bone quality and color. This toe bone is complete with excellent bone preservation. No repair or restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Hell Creek Fm., Powder River Co., Montana. An excellent collector's quality Struthiomimus toe bone. Authenticity guaranteed. My largest Struthiomimus toe bone and this one is perfect!.
DS02 SIZE: 4-5/8" (length) x 1-9/16" (wide)
Note - Adding 16 Struthiomimus bones & claws in August 2024. Link to Struthiomimus fossils catalog
Learn More - Tyrannosaur hand bone$795.00
An ultra rare, GEM Quality Tyrannosaur hand bone from the late Cretaceous (Campanian) in northern North America. Please note that this toe bone could Gorgosaurus or Daspletosaurus - see Detailed Discussion below. An October Fossil of the Month. This hand bone measures 1-7/16" - an exceptional quality, juvenileTyrannosaur hand bone. The bone is the highest quality and complete with excellent color. It has the characteristic hump on top. No cracks. No repair or restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Judith River Fm., Winifred Co., Montana. Note - I added two photos of the "Dueling Dinosaur" Nanotyrannus hand showing an identical digit 3 bone. Authenticity guaranteed. An excellent, rare collector's hand bone. A very rare find! A Riker display case is included.
DY32 SIZE: 1-7/16" (Proximal End size: 13/16" x 3/4")
Link to Tyrannosaur teeth catalog.
Learn More - Nanotyrannus lancensis$795.00
A rare, TOP QUALITY Nanotyrannus lancensis rooted tooth from the western US. This tooth measures 15/16" (straight line). The enamel is excellent quality. The posterior serrations are excellent. No cracks. There is a small repair to the posterior edge of the base. No restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Hell Creek Fm., Powder River Co., Montana. Authenticity guaranteed. An excellent collector's Nano tooth. A Gem jar display is included.
DN17 SIZE: 15/16"
Note - Adding 19 Nanotyrannus teeth in November 2025 -> Link to Nano Teeth
Learn More - Edmontosaurus - Metacarpal$725.00
A LARGE, Top Quality Edmontosaurus annectens metacarpal from the late Cretaceous of North America. Edmontosaurus is a very large hadrosaur or "duck-bill" dinosaur found in the Hell Creek formation. The metacarpal is the first and largest bone in the hand. Excellent bone quality. Minor crack fill. No restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Hell Creek Fm., Harding Co., So. Dakota. An excellent collector's quality Edmontosaurus metacarpal bone. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - Shipping weight is 1.6 pounds. International customers will pay a supplemental shipping charge.
DH47b SIZE: 11-1/4" (length) 2-1/4" (width at ends)
Note - Adding 21Edmontosaurus bones / claws in May 2025. Link to Edmontosaurus fossils catalog
Learn More - Edmontosaurus - Manus Ungual$725.00
A rare EXTRA LARGE, Top Quality Edmontosaurus annectens hand claw (manus ungual - finger III) from the late Cretaceous of North America. Edmontosaurus is a very large hadrosaur or "duck-bill" dinosaur found in the Hell Creek formation. They were mainly bipedal, but could walk on all four legs in search of food. As noted by the front leg size difference, Edmontosaurus could put little weight on them. This ungual is from finger III which is the only finger that has a true ungual. No repair or restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Hell Creek Fm., Powder River Co., Montana. An excellent collector's quality Edmontosaurus manus ungual. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - Edmontosaurus carpal bones and unguals are very scarce. I rarely see them. This specimen is exceptional.
DH45 SIZE: 2-5/8" (length) 1-7/8" (width)
Note - Adding 21Edmontosaurus bones / claws in May 2025. Link to Edmontosaurus fossils catalog
Learn More - Nanosaurus agilis - Jurassic$725.00
A very rare Top Quality, Nanosaurus agilis hand claw (manus claw) and digit. Nanosaurus is a Jurassic neornithischian dinosaur. It grew about 7 feet in length, and its name means "dwarf lazard". This Ornitholestes hand claw measures 1-1/4". Highest quality bone. Great rich black - brown color. Excellent overall condition. Small tip restoration. Legally collected on private land in the Morrison Fm., Como Bluff Co., Wyoming. Authenticity guaranteed. A fantastic specimen! Note - A Riker frame is included.
DL44 SIZE: 1-3/4" (claw+ digit) ; claw = 1-1/4" ; digit = 5/8"
Note - Adding 7 Jurassic dinosaur claw fossils in February 2026 Link to Dinosaur claws
Learn More - Camarasaurus - Vertebra$695.00
A late Jurassic Camarasaurus caudual vertebra from the Morrison Fm. Camarasaurus was a mid- sized Jurassic sauropod.. Light brown gray color with a gray patina. Good bone quality. Legally collected on private land in the Morrison Fm., Bone Cabin Quarry, Albany Co., Wyoming. Authenticity guaranteed. Shipping weight is 10 lbs. This item is not eligible for free shipping. UPS shipping is recommended.
BC05 SIZE: 7-1/2" wide x 7-1/2" height x 4" length
Note - Adding 10 Jurassic dinosaur limb bones in April 2024. Link to Sauropod Bones
Learn More - Camarasaurus - Vertebra$695.00
A late Jurassic Camarasaurus caudual vertebra from the Morrison Fm. Camarasaurus was a mid- sized Jurassic sauropod.. Light gray color and patina. Very good bone quality. Legally collected on private land in the Morrison Fm., Bone Cabin Quarry, Albany Co., Wyoming. Authenticity guaranteed. Shipping weight is 12 lbs. This item is not eligible for free shipping. UPS shipping is recommended.
BC04 SIZE: 5-1/2" wide x 8" height x 4-1/4" length
Note - Adding 10 Jurassic dinosaur limb bones in April 2024. Link to Sauropod Bones
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