Top Rare Mosasaurus Jaw Fossil, 48 cm – PD-MJW-0048
$970.00
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Top Rare Mosasaurus Jaw Fossil, 48 cm – PD-MJW-0048
$970.00
🦴 An original 48 cm mosasaur jaw identified as Prognathodon anceps. Originating from Morocco’s Oulad Abdoun Basin, the specimen retains its original fossil teeth and the powerful profile associated with these Late Cretaceous marine reptiles.
🔎 Specimen Details
- Fossil: Mosasaur jaw
- Identification: Identified as Prognathodon anceps
- Length: 48 cm / approximately 18.9 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: $990 USD
- Reference: PD-MJW-0048
🌊 A Cretaceous Marine Reptile
Prognathodon belonged to the mosasaur family. These powerful marine reptiles inhabited ancient seas and possessed strong jaws equipped with substantial teeth. Mosasaurs were not dinosaurs.
🏛️ Collector Display
The 48 cm profile and preserved dentition make this a distinctive specimen for a fossil collection, gallery, library, office or natural-history interior.
❓ Common Questions
Will I receive this exact fossil?
Yes. The photographed jaw is the individual specimen offered.
Are the teeth original?
Yes. PaleoDeserts represents the retained teeth as original fossil teeth.
Has it been repaired?
Yes. Repairs are present.