Megalodon Shark Teeth
Authentic Megalodon Teeth Collection
Explore our excellent selection of high-quality Megalodon teeth, guaranteed authentic. The Megalodon was the largest shark ever to live, dominating the Miocene and Pliocene eras with lengths reaching 60 feet. Known for the highest estimated bite force of any animal (up to 180,000 newtons), this massive predator hunted whales and other large marine mammals.
Our specimens showcase the Megalodon's signature serrated cutting edges and lack of side cusps. While these teeth rarely exceed 6 to 6.5 inches, we proudly offer several rare specimens measuring over 6 inches. Our inventory features finds from premier localities including Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Sharktooth Hill (California), Chile, and Peru. All top quality 5"+ teeth include a custom display stand.
Why Collectors Invest in Authentic Megalodon Shark Teeth
Collectors value authentic megalodon shark teeth for more than their impressive size. Each specimen represents a physical record of an extinct marine predator and offers clues about ancient environments. Provenance also adds interest, giving collectors greater context for understanding where a tooth originated.
At Buried Treasure Fossils, we appreciate specimens that combine scientific interest with distinctive fossil preservation.
What to Look for in Megalodon Shark Teeth
When evaluating a specimen, examine the serration pattern, enamel surface, root condition, and overall symmetry. Color alone does not establish authenticity, since fossilization varies significantly by location. A bone valley megalodon tooth, for example, may display preservation characteristics associated with its Florida fossil locality.
For authentic megalodon shark teeth, review the specimen’s measurements and available locality information before purchasing. Get in touch with our team with questions and additional details about specimens in our collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are megalodon shark teeth found in different geological deposits? Yes. Megalodon fossils occur in marine sediments from several regions, reflecting the shark's broad distribution in ancient oceans. Local geological conditions influenced how individual teeth were preserved after burial.
What makes an old shark tooth valuable to collectors? Collector interest depends on several characteristics rather than age alone. Species identification, preservation quality, morphology, provenance, and the specimen's overall appearance all contribute to its appeal. A well-preserved tooth with clearly defined features may offer more detail for examination, giving collectors a closer look at the anatomy of an extinct shark. Locality also adds geological context, since specimens from different deposits may show distinct preservation characteristics.
What should I look for in photos of a megalodon tooth for sale? Look for photographs that show the tooth from several angles, including the front, back, root, and cutting edges. Close-up images are useful for examining serrations, enamel preservation, and visible repairs. Consistent lighting also gives you a clearer impression of the specimen's actual surface and coloration.
- Carcharocles megalodon - South Africa$0.00
A very rare, Quality Megalodon tooth from Milnerton Beach, Cape Town, South Africa. - new site. This Megalodon has a great black color tooth. High quality enamel. Great color! The bourlette is 90% complete. The serrations are razor sharp. The root is damaged. Miocene Age. No repair or restoration. Authenticity Guaranteed. A rare, exotic location Megalodon tooth.
SA20 Size: 3-1/2"
Note - Adding 11 Exotic Megalodon Teeth in November 2022. -> Link to Exotic Megalodon Teeth
Learn More - Otodus megalodon - NC Ocean$0.00
A High Quality Carcharocles megalodon from offshore Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. This Meg is an upper jaw anterior tooth The enamel is good quality. Bourlette is a brown color and complete. The root is complete. No repair or restoration. This is a high quality Atlantic Ocean Megalodon tooth from this offshore site. Authenticity guaranteed.
NC033 SIZE: 4-3/4"
Note - Adding 4 Atlantic Ocean No. Carolina Megs in November 2022 -> Link to NC Megs
Learn More - Carcharocles megalodon$0.00
An ultra rare GEM QUALITY, Classic Peruvian Megalodon tooth from the Ocucate area of Peru (Miocene age). A January Fossil of the Month. This Megalodon has an excellent dark tan colored crown. The bourlette is light tan and 100% complete. The root is a light tan and complete. Incredible color! Highest quality enamel. The bourlette is excellent and 100% complete. The serrations are extra large and razor sharp with an excellent tip serration. Exceptional serrations -100% complete! The root is nicely articulated with a very small hydration crack. This Megalodon was found in the Ocucate area of Peru and is Miocene age. No repair or restoration. A top 2% example of a classic Peruvian Miocene Megalodon tooth considering the shape, color, and preservation. An excellent collector's tooth from the old days! Authenticity guaranteed. Perfect tooth from a super rare location.
P001 Size: 4-1/16" (4-3/8" Wide)
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Learn More - Otodus megalodon Indonesia$0.00
"The Best of West Java". An ultra rare EXTRA LARGE, TOP QUALITY 6" Megalodon - upper jaw tooth from West Java, Indonesia. A January Fossil of the Month. This Megalodon has an excellent tan & orange-tan and orange bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Excellent color! The bourlette is large and 98% complete. The serrations are razor sharp and complete with an excellent tip serration. Incredible serrations for a BIG Meg. The root is wide with a light tan color and complete with no pitting. There is a small chip on the left root end. A Miocene Age tooth. No repair or restoration. Authenticity Guaranteed. An incedible BIG Meg collector's tooth. Top quality 6" West Java teeth are very rare!
IN105 Size: 6" (4-1/8" W)
Note - Adding 3+ Indonesian Megalodon Teeth in January 2023. -> Link To Indonesian Megs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon Indonesia$0.00
"The Best of West Java". An ultra rare EXTRA LARGE, TOP QUALITY 6" Megalodon - upper jaw tooth from West Java, Indonesia. A January Fossil of the Month. This Megalodon has an excellent tan & dark tan and go;den tan bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Excellent color! The bourlette is large and 100% complete. The serrations are razor sharp and complete with an excellent tip serration. Incredible serrations for a BIG Meg. The root is extra wide with a dark brown color and complete with essentially no pitting. A Miocene Age tooth. No repair or restoration. Authenticity Guaranteed. An incedible BIG Meg collector's tooth. Top quality 6" West Java teeth are very rare!
IN104 Size: 6" (4-3/8" W)
Note - Adding 3+ Indonesian Megalodon Teeth in January 2023. -> Link To Indonesian Megs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon Indonesia$0.00
"The Best of West Java". An ultra rare EXTRA LARGE, TOP QUALITY 6-1/16" Megalodon - upper jaw tooth from West Java, Indonesia. A January Fossil of the Month. This Megalodon has an excellent tan & light red-brown and tan & brown bourlette color. The back of the crown has incredible color patterning. Highest quality enamel. Exceptional color! The bourlette is large and 98% complete. The serrations are razor sharp and complete with an excellent "needle-like" tip serration. Note the two large cutting edge waves at the base of the crown. Incredible serrations for a BIG Meg. The root is exceptionally wide (5-1/8" ) with a light brown color and complete with essentially no pitting. A Miocene Age tooth. No repair or restoration. A 100% natural tooth. Authenticity Guaranteed. An incedible colorful BIG Meg collector's tooth. Top quality 6" West Java teeth and excellent roots are very rare. This is a BIG, WIDE, and COLORFUL tooth!
IN102 BoP Size: 6-1/16" (5-1/8" W)
Note - Adding 3+ Indonesian Megalodon Teeth in January 2023. -> Link To Indonesian Megs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon Indonesia$0.00
A rare, Top Quality Megalodon - upper jaw anterior tooth from West Java, Indonesia - new site. This Megalodon has an excellent orange & tan colored tooth with a nice creamy white colored bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Fantastic color! The bourlette islarge and 90% complete. The serrations are razor sharp and complete with an excellent tip serration. Exceptional serrations. The root is very good with some erosion. Miocene Age. No repair or restoration. Authenticity Guaranteed. A special color collector's Meg tooth.
IN36 Size: 4-3/16"
Note - Adding 15 Top Quality Indonesian Megalodon Teeth in June 2023. -> Link To TQ Indonesian Megs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon Indonesia$0.00
An EXTRA LARGE, HIGH QUALITY Megalodon - upper jaw tooth from West Java, Indonesia. This Megalodon has an incredible tan, red-brown & blue colored crown with a large brown colored bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Great color! The serrations are razor sharp with an excellent tip serration. The root is near complete with some pits that happens with some West Java Megs. Miocene Age. No repair or restoration. Authenticity Guaranteed. A special tooth! Note - This tooth comes with a custom display stand as shown in the final photo.
IN44 Size: 5-7/8"
Note - Adding 12 High Quality Indonesian Megalodon Teeth in July 2023. -> Link to HQ Indonesian Megs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon Indonesia$0.00
A MONSTER sized , 6" HIGH QUALITY Megalodon - upper jaw tooth from West Java, Indonesia. This Megalodon has an incredible brown & charcioal gray colored crown. High quality enamel. Great color! The serrations are razor sharp with an excellent tip serration. The root is near complete with pits that happens with some West Java Megs. Miocene Age. No repair or restoration. Authenticity Guaranteed.
IN43 Size: 6"
Note - Adding 12 High Quality Indonesian Megalodon Teeth in July 2023. -> Link to HQ Indonesian Megs
Learn More - Carcharocles megalodon - Morocco$0.00
A RARE, Top Quality Megalodon tooth from Dakhla area, Western Sahara, Morocco. An October Fossil of the Month. Fantastic color and preservation. The enamel is high quality with no damage, the bourlette is complete, and the root is complete. This very special Moroccan Megalodon tooth that is missing from most serious Megalodon tooth collections. These Megs are Miocene age - about 14 MYA. No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A rare collectors Meg tooth. You never see a large, top quality Moroccan Meg teeth without repair or damage.
M065 SIZE: 4-3/4"
Adding 13 Moroccan Megalodon teeth in October 2023. Link to Moroccan Megalodon teeth
Learn More - Megalodon - My First Megalodon$0.00
A Top Quality Megalodon tooth from So. Carolina with frame. Great color. These Megalodon teeth are great for gifts, class room, or starting your fossil shark tooth or Megalodon collection. These Megs are Miocene age - about 15 MYA (Hawthorne Fm.) from So. Carolina unless otherwise marked. No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - All larger "First Megalodon" teeth come with a 4-1/2"x 5-1/2" Riker frame with label (as photographed) plus an identification card. Note - Be sure to see all of our My First Megalodon offerings.
MFM20 Size: 2-1/2"
Note - Adding 19 new My First Megalodon teeth in November 2023 -> Link to My First Megalodon
Learn More - Megalodon - My First Megalodon$0.00
A Top Quality Megalodon tooth from So. Carolina with frame. Great color. These Megalodon teeth are great for gifts, class room, or starting your fossil shark tooth or Megalodon collection. These Megs are Miocene age - about 15 MYA (Hawthorne Fm.) from So. Carolina unless otherwise marked. No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - All larger "First Megalodon" teeth come with a 4-1/2"x 5-1/2" Riker frame with label (as photographed) plus an identification card. Note - Be sure to see all of our My First Megalodon offerings.
MFM11 Size: 3-1/16"
Note - Adding 19 new My First Megalodon teeth in November 2023 -> Link to My First Megalodon
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