On Christmas morning, 9-year-old Molly Sampson was exploring Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay in search of fossils when she made a remarkable discovery—a massive Megalodon tooth, estimated to be 15 million years old.
Enthusiastic about her find, she brought it to the Calvert Marine Museum, where experts verified its authenticity and rarity, noting how impressive it was to find such a large tooth.
Molly’s discovery sparked excitement among fossil enthusiasts and quickly gained attention online.
Her passion for fossil hunting, which began at a young age, led her to this incredible moment and has inspired others to appreciate the wonders of ancient history waiting to be uncovered.