Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 16, 2017 Hi everyone! So it has been a busy week for me, as I have things to post but haven't found the time. I just got back from Gemworld 2017 and I would like you opinion on my one and only purchase. I went to the show with the mindset that if I bought anything at all it had to be something special. I normally do not buy fossils. So after walking around and looking at many interesting specimens, what caught my eye was a Cretodus crassidens tooth from South Dakota in matrix. I have wanted one of these for awhile. The tooth is pretty nice. It is all intact. But there are two cracks which run though the tip of the root above one of the cusps. As an added bonus there is a smaller Cretodus as well as a few Squalicorax falcatus teeth on the top and bottom of the piece. There also appears to be possible bone and fish teeth. I paid $97. I know that Cretodus teeth are sought after and can demand a fairly high price. Because don't normally buy, I would just like to know if you guys think it was a good purchase. I don't know if I would have paid that much for the Cretodus by itself , but with all the other teeth in the matrix It was hard to pass up. Here are some pics. I can try to take some close-ups later if anyone wants. Thanks Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ynot 7,236 Posted July 16, 2017 That looks like a nice piece. Sorry I can not help with You question though. Tony Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 16, 2017 @ynot Thanks Tony! And by the way the Cretodus measures 2 1/8 inches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FossilDudeCO 591 Posted July 16, 2017 looks like a great piece. I think that sounds reasonable, I don't collect many shark teeth, but if it is a sough after piece by itself without all the other teetheses I think it sounds good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RJB 2,890 Posted July 16, 2017 I dont know Cretodus from a hole in the ground, but you sure do have a rock that is LOADED with sharks teeth!!! RB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 16, 2017 @FossilDudeCO @RJB Thanks guys! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fossil-Hound 503 Posted July 16, 2017 I'd probably only pay up to $50 but this is a really nice tooth. Excellent addition to your collection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 16, 2017 @Foozil@Fossil-Hound Thanks for the comments. Like I said earlier, I normally don't buy any fossils. But I felt like this was a rare opportunity. Plus I recently got a bonus from work, so I figured just this once. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jewelonly 49 Posted July 16, 2017 Very nice!!! I think it is a lovely purchase because the matrix piece allows you to showcase a fossil you enjoy in a wider context! Leah Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PFOOLEY 2,683 Posted July 16, 2017 Mighty fine acquisition, good sir. The Turonian is tops. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PaleoRon 290 Posted July 16, 2017 I would say you got a pretty good deal. A 2+ inch tooth is huge for a Cretaceous shark. The additional teeth in the matrix makes for a very esthetic display piece. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 16, 2017 @jewelonly @PFOOLEY @PaleoRon Thanks for the input, I feel much better about spending the money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TNCollector 313 Posted July 17, 2017 I have thousands of shark teeth from the Cretaceous and only a handful bigger than 2 inches. I think that is a fair price and the matrix is really cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fossil-Hound 503 Posted July 17, 2017 15 hours ago, Darktooth said: @Foozil@Fossil-Hound Thanks for the comments. Like I said earlier, I normally don't buy any fossils. But I felt like this was a rare opportunity. Plus I recently got a bonus from work, so I figured just this once. "so I figured just this once..." isn't that how most people get hooked on addictive substances that I shall not name? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 17, 2017 @Fossil-Hound You are funny! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 17, 2017 11 hours ago, TNCollector said: I have thousands of shark teeth from the Cretaceous and only a handful bigger than 2 inches. I think that is a fair price and the matrix is really cool. Yeah the matrix is pretty nice. It appears to be a type of sandstone with the grains bigger than what I am used to seeing. It is not crumbly either. It is actually quite solid, and heavier than it looks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brett Breakin' Rocks 1,520 Posted July 17, 2017 Wow, that looks amazing !! .... it is like a shark tooth party in there ! That is a great acquisition and a good find. Cheers, Brett Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 17, 2017 1 hour ago, Brett Breakin' Rocks said: Wow, that looks amazing !! .... it is like a shark tooth party in there ! That is a great acquisition and a good find. Cheers, Brett Thanks Brett! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnBrewer 1,714 Posted July 17, 2017 Nice score Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 17, 2017 1 hour ago, JohnBrewer said: Nice score Dave Thank-you John! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixgill pete 2,282 Posted July 18, 2017 Dave, I look at purchases like this. If you got something you wanted and were OK with the price' then it is a good deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darktooth 4,879 Posted July 18, 2017 1 hour ago, sixgill pete said: Dave, I look at purchases like this. If you got something you wanted and were OK with the price' then it is a good deal. Yes I really wanted this and I was ok with the price for this specimen, only because I had researched what other Cretodus were going for a couple months ago. I just wanted others opinions to make sure I made a worthwhile purchase. When I first got into minerals and fossils I made a lot of mistakes buying and selling stuff. I want to make sure I don't repeat those mistakes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RCW3D 75 Posted July 18, 2017 That is freaking cool! I love it!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DevonianDigger 736 Posted July 18, 2017 2 hours ago, sixgill pete said: Dave, I look at purchases like this. If you got something you wanted and were OK with the price' then it is a good deal. I second this. Plus, it's a really nice looking piece! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
