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$0.00
An ultra rare GEM quality, Classic Peruvian Megalodon tooth. A September Fossil of the Month. This Megalodon has an excellent blue & brown colored crown. The bourlette is a dark brown and 100% complete. The root is a light brown and complete. Incredible color! Highest quality enamel. The bourlette is excellent and 100% complete. The serrations are extra large and 100% complete. Exceptional serrations! The root is nicely articulated, extra wide, and complete with few hydration cracks. This Megalodon was found in the Ocucate area of Peru (Miocene age). No repair or restoration. One of the finest ~5" examples of a classic Peruvian Miocene Megalodon tooth considering the shape, color, and preservation. An exceptional collector's tooth from the old days! A Museum Quality Megalodon. Authenticity guaranteed. Perfect tooth. Super rare location!
P001 BoP4 Size: 4-13/16" (3-15/16" W)
Learn More - Otodus megalodon Copper Red Site$0.00
An ultra rare, GEM Quality Red Site Otodus megalodon tooth from the Meherrin River, North Carolina. This Megalodon is an upper jaw posterior tooth from the Meherrin River copper-red site. Exceptional copper red color - deep red color. Best color. The enamel is the highest quality. The serrations and tip are large and sharp. Bourlette is dark brown and complete. The root is complete. A Miocene Meg tooth. No repair or restoration. An old collection piece from the rarest location to find a top quality Megalodon tooth - rarer than Lee Creek, Peru, Bone Valley, etc. Authenticity guaranteed. This tooth has the best color dark cherry red color. Perfect tooth. The BEST!
NC007 SIZE: 2-3/16" (2" wide)
Adding 4 NC Copper-Red Megalodon teeth in January 2025. Link to NC Red Megalodon teeth.
Learn More - Otodus megalodon Copper Red Site$0.00
An ultra rare, Top Quality Red Site Otodus megalodon tooth from the Meherrin River, North Carolina. This Megalodon is an upper jaw anterior tooth from the Meherrin River copper-red site. Excellent copper red color. The enamel is the highest quality. The serrations are large and sharp. Bourlette is a dark brown dentin layer. The root is complete. A Miocene Meg tooth. No repair or restoration. An old collection piece from the rarest location to find a top quality Megalodon tooth - rarer than Lee Creek, Peru, Bone Valley, etc. Authenticity guaranteed. This tooth has the best enamel , bourlette, and root quality for the copper-red site! Note - This tooth comes with a custom display stand as shown in the final photo.
NC005 SIZE: 5-1/16" (3-3/4" wide)
Adding 4 NC Copper-Red Megalodon teeth in January 2025. Link to NC Red Megalodon teeth.
Learn More - Otodus megalodon - Lee Creek$0.00
A Top Quality, Classic Lee Creek Megalodon tooth - upper jaw tooth. This Megalodon has an incredible blue colored crown with an excellent brown bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Exceptional color! The serrations are razor sharp with an excellent tip. The root is an excellent light brown color with small hydration cracks and complete. This Megalodon was found in the Pungo River Formation, Lee Creek mine, Aurora, No. Carolina (Miocene age = 14.5 MYA). An excellent tooth from the old days at Lee Creek mine! No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A rare BLUE Lee Creek Meg tooth!
LC013 Size: 3-1/2"
Note - Adding 16 new Lee Creek Meg & Chub teeth in March 2025 -> Link to LC Megs & Chubs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon - Lee Creek$0.00
A Top Quality, Classic Lee Creek Megalodon tooth - upper jaw tooth. This Megalodon has an incredible light blue colored crown with an excellent brown bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Exceptional color! The serrations are razor sharp with an excellent tip. The root is an excellent light brown color with small hydration cracks and complete. This Megalodon was found in the Pungo River Formation, Lee Creek mine, Aurora, No. Carolina (Miocene age = 14.5 MYA). An excellent tooth from the old days at Lee Creek mine! No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A nice BLUE Lee Creek Meg tooth!
LC012 Size: 3-7/8"
Note - Adding 16 new Lee Creek Meg & Chub teeth in March 2025 -> Link to LC Megs & Chubs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon - Lee Creek$0.00
A Top Quality, Classic Lee Creek Megalodon tooth - upper jaw tooth. A March Fossil of the Month. This Megalodon has an incredible DEEP BLUE blue colored crown with an excellent brown bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Exceptional color! The serrations are razor sharp with an excellent tip. The root is an excellent light brown color with small hydration cracks and complete. This Megalodon was found in the Pungo River Formation, Lee Creek mine, Aurora, No. Carolina (Miocene age = 14.5 MYA). An excellent tooth from the old days at Lee Creek mine! No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A rare DEEP BLUE Lee Creek Meg tooth!
LC010 Size: 3-7/8"
Note - Adding 16 new Lee Creek Meg & Chub teeth in March 2025 -> Link to LC Megs & Chubs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon - Lee Creek$0.00
A Top Quality, Classic Lee Creek Megalodon tooth - upper jaw tooth. This Megalodon has an incredible dark tan on tan colored crown with an excellent brown & tan bourlette. Highest quality enamel. Exceptional color! The serrations are razor sharp with an excellent tip. The root is an excellent light brown color with very small hydration cracks and complete. This Megalodon was found in the Pungo River Formation, Lee Creek mine, Aurora, No. Carolina (Miocene age = 14.5 MYA). An excellent tooth from the old days at Lee Creek mine! No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A colorful Lee Creek Meg tooth!
LC009 Size: 4"
Note - Adding 16 new Lee Creek Meg & Chub teeth in March 2025 -> Link to LC Megs & Chubs
Learn More - Otodus megalodon$0.00
A rare Top Quality Megalodon tooth from the St. Mary's River, Georgia - an upper jaw anterior tooth. A June Fossil of the Month. The crown has excellent unique red & tan color with unique St. Mary's River red circles. The enamel is the Highest Quality with small hydration cracks. A Large Red colored bourlette which is complete. Razor sharp serrations including an excellent tip serration. The root is a red brown color, nicely articulated, robust, and complete. This tooth is an excellent example a very scarce, top quality St. Mary's River Red Meg. Incredible color with circle patterns! Note - these Georgia Megs are fantastic - essentially little sign of wear and excellent preservation. An excellent color collector's Megalodon tooth from Georgia. No repair. No restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A top quality Georgia Meg tooth. Note - This tooth comes with a custom display stand as shown in the final photo.
G104 Size: 4-3/4" (3-9/16" wide)
Note - Adding 15 new Georgia Megalodon teeth in June 2025. -> Link to Georgia Megalodon teeth
Learn More - Otodus megalodon$0.00
A rare Top Quality Megalodon tooth from the Georgia - an upper jaw anterior tooth. The crown has excellent unique charcoal gray color. The enamel is the Highest Quality. A Large Black colored bourlette which is 85% complete. Razor sharp serrations including an good tip serration. The root is a charcoal black color, nicely articulated, thick (1-1/8"), and complete. This tooth is an excellent near black color. Incredible color! Note - these Georgia Megs are fantastic - essentially little sign of wear and excellent preservation. An excellent color collector's Megalodon tooth from Georgia. No repair. No restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A top quality Georgia Meg tooth. Note - This tooth comes with a custom display stand as shown in the final photo.
G103 Size: 5-1/16" (3-9/16" wide)
Note - Adding 15 new Georgia Megalodon teeth in June 2025. -> Link to Georgia Megalodon teeth
Learn More - Otodus megalodon$0.00
A rare Top Quality Megalodon tooth from the Georgia - an upper jaw anterior tooth. The crown has excellent BLACK color. The enamel is the Highest Quality. A Large Black colored bourlette which is 90% complete. Razor sharp serrations including an good tip serration. The root is a black color, nicely articulated, robust, and complete. This tooth is an excellent Georgia Black tooth! Note - these Georgia Megs are fantastic - essentially little sign of wear and excellent preservation. An excellent color collector's Megalodon tooth from Georgia. No repair. No restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A top quality Georgia Meg tooth. Note - This tooth comes with a custom display stand as shown in the final photo.
G102 Size: 5" (3-5/8" wide)
Note - Adding 15 new Georgia Megalodon teeth in June 2025. -> Link to Georgia Megalodon teeth
Learn More - Otodus megalodon$0.00
A MASSIVE 6-5/16" Top Quality Megalodon tooth from Georgia - an upper jaw Principal Anterior tooth. A June Fossil of the Month. The crown has excellent Dark Gray & Blue color. The enamel is the High Quality with small hydration cracks. A black colored bourlette which is mostly complete. Sharp, extra large serrations including an good tip serration. The root is a charcoal gray color, nicely articulated, extra thick (1-5/8"), and complete. Incredible color for a BIG Georgia Meg! Weighs over 1.25 pounds. Note - these Georgia Megs are fantastic - little wear and excellent preservation. An excellent color collector's Megalodon tooth from Georgia. No repair. No restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. A top quality BIG Georgia Meg tooth. Massive and heavy!
G101 Size: 6-5/16" (5" wide) (1-5/8" tiick)
Note - Adding 15 new Georgia Megalodon teeth in June 2025. -> Link to Georgia Megalodon teeth
Learn More - Carcharocles megalodon - Caribbean$0.00
An ULTRA RARE, Top Quality 6-1/16" Caribbean Megalodon tooth - a upper jaw PRINCIPAL ANTERIOR tooth. An October Fossil of the Month. This Megalodon tooth has an incredible very light tan colored crown with charcoal and red-brown highlights. Highest quality enamel with very small hydration cracks. The bourlette is white colored and complete. The Caribbean Megalodon teeth consistently offer the closest to white colored enamel. Fantastic color! The serrations are razor sharp and complete. Excellent serrations overall. The root is a golden tan color, has no hydration cracks, and iscomplete. Note - this tooth has 1/2" of professional restoration of a saw cut located 5/8" below the tip on the right side (typical for these teeth). Otherwise a perfect tooth. Great symmetry. This Megalodon was found in a commercial limestone quarry in the Caribbean (Miocene age). This is an incredibly colored Caribbean Megalodon tooth. One of finest examples of an ultra rare Caribbean Megalodon tooth that I have seen. An exceptional, rare collector's Megalodon tooth with great color! Museum Quality Megalodon. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - The limestone is sawed into thin blocks for extraction which totally destroys 99%+ of these Megalodon teeth. The teeth with minimal damage are restored for collectors. A custom display stand is included. One of the best Caribbean Megs that I have had!
CA01 SIZE: 6-1/16" (4-1/2" wide)
Note- Posting 4 exotic Megalodon teeth in October 2025. Link to Latest Updates Megalodon teeth
Note- Posting 4 exotic Megalodon teeth in October 2025. Link to Latest Updates Megalodon teeth
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