General
General
Object Auto ID
32178
Alternate Codes
objectautoid_sahrisv1_40666
Common Name
Molar of Anancus capensis
Quantity
1.00
Object Description

A 14 cm long molar from an Anancus capensis from the Langebaanweg fossil locality in the Western Cape. It is well-preserved with enamel present. The tooth is fractured on the right-hand side, exposing the enamel along the side of the tooth.

Owner
Iziko: South African Museum
Description
Material Types
Fossil tooth
Distinguishing Features

The enamel and dentine are clearly visible along the side of the tooth and where the tooth has been fractured.

Measurement Type Unit Value
Width
cm
10.00
Length
cm
14.00
Height
cm
8.00
History
Object Age
2017
Geological Period
Neogene
Date Retrieved Reference Types Citation
Site Association
Site Reference
9/2/042/0014
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