Edward Simpson

Geologist, Deceased Person

1815 –

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Who is Edward Simpson?

Edward Simpson was a British geologist and forger of antiquities, such as arrowheads and fossils. He was also known as Fossil Willy, Old Antiquarian, Cockney Bill, Bones, and Shirtless. Other names included John Wilson, of Burlington, and Jerry Taylor, of Billery-dale, Yorkshire Moors.

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Born
1815
Also known as
  • Flint Jack
  • Old Antiquarian
  • Fossil Willy
  • Bones
  • Shirtless
  • Cockney Bill
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Profession

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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