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Allosaurus Jaws With Teeth — Unique Skull Display

Allosaurus Jaws With Teeth — Unique Skull Display Allosaurus fragilis Late Jurassic (approx. 150 million years ago) Morrison Formation, Moffat County, Colorado, USA A unique preparation of the jaws of an Allosaurus fragilis, consisting of the associated tooth bearing elements of a single robust adult individual: the right maxilla (15 x 7 inches), the left maxilla and premaxilla (17 x 7 inches), and the left dentary (16½ x 7 inches). Together the jaws comprise a total of 73 teeth of which 36 are erupted above the gum line. The bone surfaces of the jaws are well preserved with clear nutrient foramina, and the fossilization of the jaws is very good showing no crushing or distortions. The lingual (inner) sides have been surgically prepared to reveal the dental development and positioning, exhibiting the complexity of continuous tooth eruption and replacement (polyphodonty) in the best-known apex predator of the Jurassic world. The jaws have been placed in a custom clastic mount together with a reconstructed cast of the full skull of an Allosaurus fragilis, with the sections bearing the jaw elements being hinged and movable so to allow for easy removal and viewing of the fossil elements. The custom mount measures 34½ x 29¼ x 14 inches, and weighs 50 lbs.

View 1 of Lot 8: Allosaurus Jaws With Teeth — Unique Skull Display

allosaurus jaws with teeth — unique skull display

Tyrannosaurus Rex Jaw With Teeth Tyrannosaurus rex Late Cretaceous (approx. 67 million years ago) Hell Creek Formation, Dawson County, Montana, USA A section of the dentary of a Tyrannosaurus rex, exhibiting four teeth in various stages of eruption, with a very rare black coloration. Largest tooth measuring 7¼ inches along its anterior edge. Specimen measures 9¼ x 4 inches (23.5 x 10.2 cm) on custom metal stand. 6 pounds (2.72 kg). Partial jaw with a set of four associated teeth kept as discovered. The jaw and teeth are well preserved and intact with complete tips and lots of serrations, but show weathered surfaces with minor to moderate exfoliation of enamel. Three teeth sit prominently in the jaw, the largest complete with roots. The unworn tip of an unerupted tooth tucked down in its alveolus, visible on the inner side (lingual) of the jaw. Judging from the overall size and degree of the bone development, it can be determined that this fragment belonged to a large, mature individual. The teeth are preserved in exquisite detail in various stages of eruption, with most serrations intact.

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tyrannosaurus rex jaw with teeth

Camarasaurus Jaw With Teeth Camarasaurus lentus Late Jurassic (approx. 150 million years ago) Morrison Formation, Moffat County, Colorado, USA The right maxilla of a Camarasaurus (12½ x 9 x 2 inches, 31.8 x 22.9 x 5.1 cm), 13⅜ inches (34 cm) tall on custom metal stand. 8 pounds (3.62 kg). The right maxilla is mostly complete preserving much of its exterior surface, including the premaxillary contact, lower border of the antorbital fenestra, and the post-dental process where it contacts the jugal. Numerous foramina and other surface details are visible. The lingual (inner) side is prepared to reveal the seldom seen dental intricacy of Camarasaurus. There are 18 partially or fully exposed tooth crowns within nine horizontal rows meticulously cleaned and kept in their original position in matrix. These in-situ teeth are in various degrees of eruption and development; hence, their enamel crowns are unworn and in pristine condition, allowing fine details including the distinctive wrinkle pattern to be appreciated. This specimen was preserved, cleaned, and prepared by an experienced and knowledgeable technician.

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camarasaurus jaw with teeth

A <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/collectibles/vintage-poster/film" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">movie poster</a> for the film <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Jaws&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaws</a>.<ul><li>Roger Kastel (American, 1931-2023).</li><li>Universal Pictures.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul> A country-of-origin US one-sheet poster for Steven Spielberg’s landmark 1970s shark thriller Jaws, featuring Roger Kastel’s iconic artwork. The summer blockbuster by Spielberg - one of the defining directors of modern American cinema, still remains today a brilliantly effective thriller, telling the story of a seaside community terrorized by a great white shark. This 50 year old poster survives in fantastic unrestored tri-folded condition — something that is now very difficult to find.

Jaws Movie Poster

A <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/collectibles/vintage-poster/film" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">movie poster</a> for the film <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Jaws&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaws</a> with artwork by <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Roger+Kastel&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Roger Kastel</a>.<ul><li>Roger Kastel (American, 1931-2023).</li><li>Universal Pictures.</li><li>US Subway film poster.</li><li>Linen backed.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul> In the run up to Jaws' blockbuster release in 1975, these subway posters for were printed in three different versions: an undated Advance, a dated Advance and a "Now Playing" style. The design here is the undated Advance style and very likely to be the first poster shown to prospective audiences.

A British <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/collectibles/vintage-poster/film" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">movie poster</a> for the film <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Jaws&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaws</a>.<ul><li>Roger Kastel (American, 1931-2023).</li><li>Universal Pictures.</li><li>UK Quad style poster.</li><li>Linen backed.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul>

British Jaws Movie Poster

A <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/collectibles/vintage-poster/film" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">movie poster</a> for the film <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Jaws&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaws</a> with artwork by <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Roger+Kastel&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Roger Kastel</a>.<ul><li>Roger Kastel (American, 1931-2023).</li><li>Universal Studios.</li><li>Linen backed.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul>

A British <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/collectibles/vintage-poster/film" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">movie poster</a> for the film <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Jaws&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaws</a>.<ul><li>Roger Kastel (American, 1931-2023).</li><li>Universal Pictures.</li><li>Linen backed.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul>

A British <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/collectibles/vintage-poster/film" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">movie poster</a> for the film <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/search?query=Jaws&amp;pfilters.dateRange=upcoming" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jaws</a>.<ul><li>Mick McGinty (American, 1952-2021).</li><li>Universal Pictures.</li><li>Linen backed.</li><li>This work is presented unframed.</li></ul>

Marine Reptile Fossil (Ichthyosaur) — Juvenile Specimen

Marine Reptile Fossil (Ichthyosaur) — Juvenile Specimen Stenopterygius sp. Early Jurassic, Toarcian Stage (approx. 180 million years ago) Holzmaden, Germany Ichthyosaur fossil measures 33½ x 9¼ inches (85.1 x 23.5 cm), 39¼ x 17 inches (99.7 x 43.2 cm) in matrix. 50 pounds (22.7 kg). This mostly complete fossil skeleton belongs to an extinct marine reptile – Stenopterygius sp. It is preserved mostly in articulation in its original sedimentary rock. The skeleton is prepared with the right side exposed in very fine detail. Based on its overall size, disproportionately large skull, and bone development, this suggests that this specimen belonged to a juvenile. The skeleton shows loosely articulated bones due to the immaturity of the individual where articular surfaces have not fully formed or fused. The skull is preserved with bones articulated and teeth in their intact position. The eye bones (sclerotic) are also articulated within the orbit. The left lower jaw is positioned lower than the right. The bones of the front and back paddles, ribs and gastralia are visible.

View 1 of Lot 4: Marine Reptile Fossil (Ichthyosaur) — Juvenile Specimen

marine reptile fossil (ichthyosaur) — juvenile specimen

Megalodon Shark Tooth — North Carolina Otodus megalodon Miocene (approx. 23-5.3 million years ago) Yorktown Formation, PCS Phosphate Pit (Lee Creek Mine), Beaufort County, Aurora, North Carolina, USA 130 mm (5.12 inches) from tip to corner of left root. 140 mm (5.51 inches) from tip to corner of right root. 114 mm (4.49 inches) at widest point. 153 mm (6.00 inches) on stand. This well-preserved tooth displays a virtually intact enamel crown complete with serrations on both cutting edges including tip. The open U-shaped shaped root suggests that the placement of this tooth was originally in the upper jaws. The distinctive coloration is typical of Lee Creek Mine fossils and adds greatly to the show quality of the specimen. Included in this lot are the original find photos for this tooth, as depicted in the attached images.

megalodon shark tooth

Megalodon Shark Tooth — Georgia Otodus megalodon Miocene (approx. 23-5.3 million years ago) Hawthorne Formation, Cane Patch Creek, Chatham County, Georgia, USA 114 mm (4.49 inches) from tip to corner of left root. 117 mm (4.61 inches) from tip to corner of right root. 90 mm (3.54 inches) at widest point. 123 mm (4.84 inches) on stand. This well-preserved tooth displays nice symmetry, and striking color contrast between root and crown. The crown shows on the posterior (lingual) side minor exfoliation on the neck, and little to no wear on the serrations along the cutting edges. The tip is with serrations, and the root is complete and intact. The open U-shaped forked roots suggest that the original placement of this tooth was in the upper jaws.

Microvertebrate Fossil Collection Late Cretaceous (approx. 67 million years ago) Hell Creek Formation, Garfield County, Montana, USA Sorted from pounds and pounds of dirt found near rock matrix collected and examined ca. 2012-2015. Collection of microvertebrate fossils in metal and clear plexiglass gem jars, some labeled, and bags. One metal jar labelled “Phipps,” measuring 1.5 x .75 inches; 5 metal jars measuring 1.25 x .5 inches labeled "PHIPPS MISC," "PHIPPS MAMMAL," "PHIPPS JAWS, CLAWS + BONES," "PHIPPS SHARK," "PHIPPS RAY + OSC"; 5 plexiglass jars measuring 1.25 x 1.25; 4 plexiglass jars measuring 1.4 x 1.6 inches. 2 bags of specimens measuring 2 x 2.5 inches and 1.9 x 2.5 inches respectively. All enclosed in metal box measuring 5.25 x 2.5 x .8 inches. This lot will be sold as a collection and not subject to return. Hundreds of unsorted screen washed pieces of fossil material belonging largely to tiny unidentified teeth, jaws, and some postcranial material (including dermal elements), from various extinct species of fish, sharks, rays, lizard, dinosaur (Theropoda species), and mammals. (Multituberculata/Theria species). Screen washing is used to salvage small fossils from sediment by washing it through screens. The screen washing method provides additional data for studying past faunas at micro level. This intriguing collection is kept in glass top tins, clear plastic containers, and plastic bags.

View 1 of Lot 27: Microvertebrate Fossil Collection

microvertebrate fossil collection

Megalodon Shark Tooth — South Carolina Otodus megalodon Miocene (approx. 23-5.3 million years ago) Hawthorne Formation, Morgan River, Beaufort County, South Carolina, USA 110 mm (4.33 inches) from tip to corner of left root. 117 mm (4.61 inches) from tip to corner of right root. 90 mm (3.54 inches) at widest point. 130 mm (5.13 inches) on stand. This well-preserved tooth displays a virtually intact enamel crown complete with serrations on both cutting edges including tip. The root is complete and intact. The open U-shaped forked root suggests that the original placement of this tooth was in the upper jaws.

Megalodon Shark Tooth — North Carolina Otodus megalodon Miocene (approx. 23-5.3 million years ago) Yorktown Formation, PCS Phosphate Pit (Lee Creek Mine), Beaufort County, Aurora, North Carolina, USA 112 mm (4.41 inches) from tip to corner of left root. 107 mm (4.21 inches) from tip to corner of right root. 83 mm (3.27 inches) at widest point. 124 mm (4.88 inches) on stand. This well-preserved tooth displays a virtually intact enamel crown complete with serrations on both cutting edges including tip. The open U-shaped shaped root suggests that the original placement of this tooth was in the upper jaws. The distinctive coloration is typical of Lee Creek Mine fossils and adds greatly to the show quality of the specimen. Included in this lot are the original find photos for this tooth, as depicted in the attached images.

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