Frilled Shark Enamel Pin (Chlamydoselachus anguineus)
If you’ve ever thought, “What if a shark was also a nightmare ribbon from the Cretaceous period?” then Chlamydoselachus anguineus is here to fulfill that oddly specific wish. Known as the frilled shark, this deep-sea relic has barely changed in 80 million years, sporting 300 trident-shaped teeth arranged in 25 rows—perfect for snagging squid and unsettling anyone who makes direct eye contact. Found as deep as 1,500 meters, it moves with an eerie, eel-like undulation that whispers, “I’m older than your evolutionary branch.” This hard enamel pin captures its prehistoric elegance in polished metal and bold enamel—no submersible required.
Specs:
- Premium metal base with polished hard enamel fill
- Secure clasp to keep your shark from “swimming off”
- Size: 55.5 x 31mm
- Zero threat to your local fish tank (or your fingers)
Perfect for marine biology nerds, deep-sea enthusiasts, or anyone who enjoys the rare combo of scientific accuracy and unsettling charm.
Features:
Butterfly clutch
Hard enamel
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