Gemma Frisius
Mathematician

Gemma Frisius Net Worth

Gemma Frisius was a Dutch mathematician and cartographer born on December 9, 1508 in the Netherlands. He is renowned for his contributions to global surveying and navigation, including the invention of the cross-staff, the astrolabe, and astronomical rings. His work revolutionized the way people navigated and surveyed the world.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day December 9, 1508
Birth Place Netherlands
Age 511 YEARS OLD
Died On May 25, 1555 (age 46)
Birth Sign Sagittarius

💰 Net worth: $1.95 billion (2024)

About

Dutch Mathematician and cartographer known for applying mathematics to global surveying and navigation. He is credited with the invention of the cross-staff, the astrolabe, and astronomical rings.

Before Fame

He studied at the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven and later joined the faculty at the University.

Trivia

He began producing globes and mathematical instruments while he was a student.

Family Life

After his death, his son, Cornelius Gemma, edited volumes of his work and continued his research.

Associated With

He was a contemporary of Tycho Brahe, who was impressed with the quality of his instruments.

Some Gemma Frisius images

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