Natural Mosasaur Jaw Fossilized Late Cretaceous, 57 cm – PD-MJW-0057

🦴 An original 57 cm mosasaur jaw identified as Prognathodon anceps. Extracted from its original geological matrix, the specimen retains its original fossil teeth and presents the powerful jaw profile associated with these prehistoric marine reptiles.

🔎 Specimen Details

• Fossil: Mosasaur jaw
• Identification: Identified as Prognathodon anceps
• Length: 57 cm / approximately 22.4 inches
• Teeth: Original fossil teeth
• Period: Late Cretaceous
• Estimated age: Approximately 66 million years
• Origin: Oulad Abdoun Basin, Morocco
• Preparation: Extracted from its original matrix
• Condition: Repairs present
• Price: $850 USD
• Reference: PD-MJW-0057

🌊 About Mosasaurs

Mosasaurs were powerful marine reptiles that inhabited ancient seas during the Late Cretaceous. Their strong jaws and teeth were adapted for capturing prey. Mosasaurs lived during the age of dinosaurs but were not dinosaurs.

🏛️ Display and Collecting

The 57 cm profile and preserved dentition make this an impressive specimen for a fossil collection, gallery, library, office or natural-history interior.

❓ Common Questions

Will I receive this exact fossil?
Yes. The buyer receives the jaw shown in the photographs.

Are the teeth original?
Yes. The teeth are represented by PaleoDeserts as original fossil teeth.

Where was it discovered?
The specimen is reported from the Oulad Abdoun Basin of Morocco.

Has it been repaired?
Yes. Repairs are present. Additional close photographs can be requested.