Woolly Mammoth Tusk - 69.5"
$11,500.00 USD
In impeccable condition, this 69.5-inch fossil mammoth tusk is an unbelievable discovery. The tusk comes from a mammoth that lived on the tundra more than 20,000 years ago, during the Late Pleistocene.
Overall, this is a superb specimen because of its intact tip and gorgeous coloration – it’s ready to be displayed in your home, office or museum. The natural coloration is stunning with a mixture of golden and earthy browns with some unique light greyish sections.
A custom-made stained solid oak stand showcases this Ice Age treasure’s beautiful curvature.
Dimensions with stand : L - 37", H - 42", W - 8".
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All of our mammoth tusks have been professionally stabilized; however, these specimens must be kept in an indoor environment with stable humidity and temperature. Ideal conditions are 50% to 60% humidity and 68 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit.
Species: Mammuthus primigenius (Woolly mammoth)
Location: Southwest Siberia.
Age: Late Pleistocene
Fossil mammoth ivory can be distinguished from present-day elephant ivory by the angle of crosshatching (Schreger lines) and can be traded internationally.
NOTE: due to present restrictions we cannot ship to California, New York, New Jersey, Hawaii, Nevada, Illinois or New Hampshire
Model of woolly mammoth at Royal BC Museum. Source: Wikipedia
