Woolly Mammoth Teeth for Sale

Every mammoth tooth for sale here is a genuine Ice Age fossil, a real woolly mammoth molar with the ridged grinding surface that no replica reproduces. These are documented specimens, tens of thousands of years old, each one unique and ready to display. This collection is for fossil collectors, curiosity decorators, gift buyers and knife-makers who want a real, legal mammoth tooth from a seller who documents every piece. Because the woolly mammoth is extinct and not covered by CITES, these fossils are legal to own in most places, unlike elephant ivory. We ship worldwide in secure, insured packaging.

Quick answers before you buy:

• Genuine, documented fossils: every tooth is real mammoth bone and enamel, honestly described, never a replica sold as real.
• Legal and ethically sourced: extinct animal, not CITES-restricted; we confirm we can lawfully ship to your location.
• Worldwide insured shipping: each specimen is professionally packed, tracked and insured, dispatched in 3 to 5 days.

• Whole Mammoth Molars — complete display teeth
• Woolly Mammoth Tusks — genuine fossil ivory tusks
• Complete Woolly Mammoth Guide — identify, value and collect
• Mammoth Tooth vs Elephant Ivory — how to tell genuine fossil
• Is Mammoth Ivory Legal? — the law explained
• Mammoth Tooth Value Guide — what a specimen is worth

How to choose a real woolly mammoth tooth

Choosing a mammoth tooth comes down to four things: authenticity, size, condition and price. Get those right and you will own a genuine Ice Age fossil you can display with confidence. Here is what each one means in practice.

Authenticity is first, because the market mixes real fossils with replicas. A genuine woolly mammoth tooth is real fossilised bone and enamel, with a distinctive washboard pattern of tightly packed enamel ridges, the grinding surface the animal used on tough Ice Age grasses. A replica is a resin cast, lighter and identical to others. We sell genuine fossils and label any replica plainly. If you want to learn the tell-tale signs yourself, our guide on how to tell genuine mammoth from elephant ivory covers authentication in detail.

Size drives both presence and price. Small partial molars are affordable and make a fine first fossil, while large, complete teeth over ten inches are dramatic centrepieces and cost more. Condition matters next: a tooth with good preserved enamel, intact roots and clear ridges is worth more than a worn or damaged one. Price follows from the three above, plus provenance. Our mammoth tooth value guide breaks down exactly what sets the price.

Here is a quick guide to the types of mammoth tooth in this collection and who each suits:

Most buyers want a whole molar that shows the full grinding surface, the classic, recognisable mammoth tooth. If you are a knife-maker searching for mammoth tooth scales or grips, ask us about cut material; if you want a display piece, a complete molar is the one to choose.

Why buy a mammoth tooth from The Bones Vault

Because every specimen is genuine, documented and legal, and we are transparent about all three. A mammoth tooth is a real piece of the last Ice Age, and buying one should come with the confidence that it is authentic and lawfully sourced. We describe each tooth honestly, confirm we can ship to your location, and pack every fossil securely for worldwide, insured delivery.

Mammoth fossils sit in a very different legal position from elephant ivory. The woolly mammoth has been extinct for thousands of years and is not listed under CITES, so genuine mammoth teeth are legal to buy and own in most places, and owning one harms no living animal. A few regions restrict all ivory-like materials, so we confirm legality for your location before every sale. Our guide on whether mammoth ivory is legal explains the rules in full, and for the wider story of the animal and its fossils, see our complete woolly mammoth guide and our mammoth skull guide.

If you are also drawn to the ivory itself, our woolly mammoth tusk collection offers genuine fossil tusks from the same Ice Age source. Teeth and tusks make a striking pair for a serious collection.

Common buying questions

Are your mammoth teeth real fossils?

Yes. Every mammoth tooth in this collection is a genuine Ice Age fossil, real bone and enamel tens of thousands of years old, not a resin replica. Each is honestly described with its details and origin. If we ever offer a replica, it is clearly labelled as one.

Is it legal to buy a mammoth tooth?

In most places, yes. The woolly mammoth is extinct and not covered by CITES, so genuine mammoth fossils are legal to buy and own in most countries, unlike elephant ivory. A few regions restrict all ivory-like material, so we confirm we can lawfully ship to your location before any sale.

How much does a mammoth tooth cost?

It depends on size, completeness, condition and provenance. Small partial molars are affordable, while large, complete teeth with good enamel and intact roots command more. Our mammoth tooth value guide explains the pricing factors in detail so you can judge a fair price.

How do you ship a mammoth tooth?

We pack every fossil professionally to protect the enamel and roots, and ship worldwide by insured, tracked courier, dispatched within 3 to 5 days. We confirm the shipment is legal to your destination before it leaves, and tell you honestly if we cannot ship to your location.

Can I buy mammoth tooth for a knife handle?

Sometimes. Alongside whole display molars, cut mammoth tooth material is used for knife scales and grips. If you are a knife-maker looking for mammoth tooth scales, blocks or grips, contact us to ask what cut material is available.