Lot 840
Cave Bear Jaw With Two Extra Incisor Teeth Complete With Roots. Ursus spelaeus was the largest bear that ever lived, only becoming extinct about 10,000 years ago. This 10½" jaw is between 20,000 and 150,000 years old and was found in a cave in Romania. The bone quality is excellent and near complete. The teeth are spectacular and colorful with shades of tan and orange contrasting with the light tan jaw bone. The large canine tooth is a full 2" in length. Also included are two additional canine teeth 3¾" in length, with their roots. The quality and eye appeal of these cave bear fossils is exquisite. Add $20 for domestic shipping.
Estimated Value $275 - 375.
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| Realized $228 |
