Description
Petrodus Shark
- Shark Dermal “Scale”
- Mississippian Age
- Monsale Dale Limestone
- Wirksworth, Derbyshire England
- This very detailed and also very nice shark skin specimen measures 3.5 mm – 8.2 mm wide and each will come in a 1.25″ gem jar
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These denticles formed an overlapping skin not unlike a suit of armor to protect the shark. Sharks, similarly to all animals, have been designed to suit their habits and habitats. In this case their skin is no exception.
