Lot 741
Nice Example of Fossilized Mastadon Teeth, Piocen to Late Pleistocene Period. Nice example of fossilized mastadon teeth. A mastodon, like all proboscideans, has a system of horizontal tooth replacement whereby new molars erupt from the rear of the jaw and move forward. The most worn teeth at the front, are pushed out of the jaw. When they reached senior years no more teeth were created. This gradual inability to eat due to the worn remaining molars caused the animal to die from starvation. This actually remains true with the modern day elephant. This specimen 6 x 5 x 3" and is in great condition for display. Estimate Value $300 - 400
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