William Hamlin
American engraver
Died when: 97 years 38 days (1165 months)Star Sign: Libra
William Hamlin (1772–1869) was an American entrepreneur and the first engraver for the state of Rhode Island.In one of his engravings, he published the first views of Providence, Rhode Island.
He made a variety of technical etchings that were membership certificates, bank notes, bookplates, portraits and Providence buildings.He also made a number for portrait engravings of George Washington.
Hamilin made sextants, quadrants, refractor telescopes and the first telescope in the United States that was available to use by the public.
He was also involved in the manufacture of music instruments such as flutes, violins, and fifes.
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