The tooth absorbs minerals from the surrounding sediment, and, consequently, becomes the same general color as the sediment. The color of a megalodon tooth has no bearing on its age. The most common color of megalodon teeth is a black root with gray enamel. This is the color of most of the megalodon teeth that come from the Southeastern United States. Of course, there are numerous exceptions and virtually any color tooth can and has been found.
P hosphate pits especially seem to produce spectacularly colored megalodon teeth.
Some of the most beautiful white, blue, orange, even red teeth have come from these areas. Unfortunately, these regions are becoming increasingly more difficult to hunt because of liability concerns and thoughtless past guests. Carcharocles megalodon sharks were mighty big fish. They ruled the oceans for 20 million years and could swallow the modern Great White while yawning. If you want to enjoy the thrill of finding one of these massive teeth for yourself, hit the beach after a storm.