{"product_id":"2-to-3-shark-tooth-on-matrix","title":"2\" TO 3\" SHARK TOOTH ON MATRIX","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"42478cc3-9935-4994-94ef-86db5e4703df\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"333\" class=\"\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"27\"\u003eshark tooth on matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fossilized shark tooth that remains embedded in part of the original surrounding \u003cstrong data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"134\"\u003esedimentary rock\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"159\"\u003ematrix\u003c\/strong\u003e. These specimens are highly valued by collectors, educators, and enthusiasts because they offer a more \u003cstrong data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"305\"\u003enatural and scientifically informative\u003c\/strong\u003e presentation of the fossil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1858\" data-start=\"1493\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1858\" data-start=\"1746\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"378\" class=\"\"\u003eWhat Is a Shark Tooth on Matrix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"809\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"413\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"413\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"398\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 18.2386%;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"413\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 81.3723%;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"602\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"468\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 18.2386%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eDefinition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"602\" style=\"width: 81.3723%;\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"498\"\u003efossilized shark tooth\u003c\/strong\u003e preserved \u003cstrong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"520\"\u003ein situ\u003c\/strong\u003e (in place) within a chunk of the original \u003cstrong data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"583\"\u003erock or sediment\u003c\/strong\u003e it was found in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"622\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 18.2386%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eMatrix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"744\" style=\"width: 81.3723%;\"\u003eUsually a piece of \u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"656\"\u003elimestone\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eshale\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"682\"\u003esandstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"714\"\u003ephosphate-rich sediment\u003c\/strong\u003e that was once the seafloor.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"764\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 18.2386%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"809\" style=\"width: 81.3723%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be from various extinct sharks such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"838\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"838\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eCarcharocles megalodon\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"860\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"860\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eOtodus obliquus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"878\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"878\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eSqualicorax\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"902\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"902\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eCarcharhinus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"921\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"921\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eStriatolamia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"955\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"955\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eGaleocerdo\u003c\/em\u003e (tiger sharks)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"987\" class=\"\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1657\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1011\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 24.1043%;\"\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1022\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 75.5066%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1080\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 24.1043%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eAge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1212\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 75.5066%;\"\u003eMost shark teeth in matrix date from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eCretaceous\u003c\/strong\u003e to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eMiocene and Pliocene\u003c\/strong\u003e epochs (roughly 70–5 million years ago).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1236\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 24.1043%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1359\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 75.5066%;\"\u003eVaries based on the sediment and mineral content—can be \u003cstrong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eblack\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003etan\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003egray\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003ebrown\u003c\/strong\u003e, or even \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eblue-gray\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1385\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 24.1043%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eTooth Preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1528\" data-col-size=\"lg\" style=\"width: 75.5066%;\"\u003eOften shows \u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eenamel sheen\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eserrations\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eroot\u003c\/strong\u003e. The matrix may also include \u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003efossilized bone, fish vertebrae\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eshells\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1555\" data-col-size=\"sm\" style=\"width: 24.1043%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eCommon Matrix Sites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1657\" style=\"width: 75.5066%;\"\u003eMorocco, USA (South Carolina, Florida), Peru, Kazakhstan, and parts of Europe (e.g., Belgium, UK).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1684\" class=\"\"\u003eValue \u0026amp; Appeal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"2275\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1705\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1727\" data-col-size=\"lg\"\u003eInfluence on Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"2275\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1789\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003eMegalodon teeth are the most valuable; rare or unusual species also command higher prices.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1903\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eMatrix Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eA larger or undamaged matrix with multiple teeth or associated fossils increases value.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2014\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"lg\" data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eTeeth in matrix are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eless likely to be faked\u003c\/strong\u003e than loose teeth, though fakes still exist.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2303\" class=\"\"\u003eCollecting Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2651\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2429\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2429\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003eNatural vs. Reconstructed\u003c\/strong\u003e: Some teeth are glued into matrix for display. Look for tool marks or unnatural positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2546\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2546\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003eAssociated Fossils\u003c\/strong\u003e: Matrix may include \u003cstrong data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003efish scales\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eshells\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003evertebrae\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding scientific value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2651\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2651\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003eConservation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Store in a dry, cool place. Avoid dropping or knocking the matrix—it can be fragile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2651\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2681\" class=\"\"\u003eEducational Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2743\" class=\"\"\u003eFossils in matrix are scientifically important because they:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2788\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2788\" class=\"\"\u003eShow the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003eoriginal depositional context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2844\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2844\" class=\"\"\u003eHelp with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2844\"\u003edating and environmental interpretation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2889\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2889\" class=\"\"\u003eCan include associated \u003cstrong data-start=\"2870\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003efauna and flora\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSize :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 2 to 3 inch\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight :\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e90 to 100 gm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Due to the unique nature of each fossil, your item may vary slightly from the picture shown. All items are randomly and intuitively chosen. All items are cleansed with white sage before being shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*All crystal healing information provided is intended for spiritual guidance. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice or service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karmas Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47589610815730,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5676\/6706\/files\/121_5a43f5d8-cf76-4084-bbc5-d08b5f8b730b.jpg?v=1747975334","url":"https:\/\/karmasgems.com\/da\/products\/2-to-3-shark-tooth-on-matrix","provider":"Karma's Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}