{"product_id":"jet-black-fossil-mako-shark-tooth-necklace-with-spotted-bone-beads-5-8-inch","title":"Jet Black Fossil Mako Shark Tooth Necklace with Spotted Bone Beads 5\/8 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis real fossilized Mako shark tooth measures 5\/8 inches and stands out for its deep jet black coloration across the entire specimen. The root is a matte, coal black with a coarse and heavily textured surface, while the blade below it turns glossy and near obsidian, picking up cool highlights along the curve of the enamel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is compact and strongly hooked, sweeping to one side as it tapers into a fine intact tip. At this smaller size the proportions read sharp and dagger like, making it an easy everyday piece that still shows clear Mako anatomy. A faint natural line traces down the enamel, a mark left from its time in the sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth cutting edges are completely smooth. Mako sharks never produce serration on their teeth, so an unserrated edge on this specimen is the correct trait for the species rather than a sign of erosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA stainless steel wire wrap crosses the root and coils into a bail above it, hanging the tooth on a black Greek leather cord. Bone beads flank both sides with a spotted pattern of dark ovals over pale centers, spaced by polished steel accent beads and finished with coiled steel clamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the actual tooth you will receive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a real Mako shark tooth, not a replica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTooth size: 5\/8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: Mako shark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerration: none, Mako shark teeth are naturally unserrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColoration: jet black throughout, matte black root with a glossy black blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFossilized tooth, over 10,000 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Greek leather cord available in 18, 20, 22, or 24 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel wire wrap and clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone beads with a spotted oval pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Hawaiian culture the shark, or mano, is honored as an aumakua, a guardian spirit believed to protect family and watch over them at sea. Shark teeth have long been worn as emblems of strength, courage, and safe passage, and that meaning carries through in every piece we build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#FF2A00;\"\u003eAll sales are final unless the shark tooth necklace arrives damaged. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.realsharktoothnecklaces.com\/policies\/refund-policy\" style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eSee our Refund and Replacement policy for full details.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are the edges on this Mako shark tooth smooth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMako sharks never grow serrated teeth. Their blades evolved with clean, knife like edges suited to spearing and gripping fast prey. A smooth edge here confirms the species and is not the result of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this shark tooth jet black?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color comes from minerals absorbed during fossilization. Teeth that spend thousands of years in sediment rich in certain minerals turn deep black naturally. Nothing on this tooth has been painted, dyed, or coated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is this fossilized shark tooth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Mako shark tooth is a genuine fossil and is over 10,000 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a real shark tooth or a replica?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a real fossilized Mako shark tooth. We never sell casts, molds, or reproductions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I receive this exact shark tooth from the photos?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This listing is for the single tooth pictured. Every tooth is one of a kind, so no other necklace will share this curve or color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a smaller shark tooth necklace better for everyday wear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people prefer a compact tooth like this one for daily wear since it sits lighter and lower profile at the neck while still showing the full shape of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat cord lengths are offered with this shark tooth necklace?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Greek leather cord comes in 18, 20, 22, or 24 inch. Choose your length at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the spotted beads on this shark tooth necklace real bone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They are genuine bone beads with a spotted oval pattern. The beads are not carved, and the spotting varies slightly between beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this shark tooth necklace made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur family makes every necklace by hand in the USA, one at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Shark Tooth Necklaces","offers":[{"title":"18 Inches","offer_id":42543246737490,"sku":"XXMAK14E-L18","price":54.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Inches","offer_id":42543246770258,"sku":"XXMAK14E-L20","price":54.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22 Inches","offer_id":42543246803026,"sku":"XXMAK14E-L22","price":54.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24 Inches","offer_id":42543246835794,"sku":"XXMAK14E-L24","price":54.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/9194\/6834\/files\/IMG_7046.jpg?v=1786300022","url":"https:\/\/www.realsharktoothnecklaces.com\/products\/jet-black-fossil-mako-shark-tooth-necklace-with-spotted-bone-beads-5-8-inch","provider":"Real Shark Tooth Necklaces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}