Abraham Simon (1617-?1692) was an English medallist in the 17th century who worked closely with his brother

Thomas Simon Thomas Simon (c. 16231665), English medalist, was born, according to George Vertue, in Yorkshire about 1623. Simon studied engraving under Nicholas Briot, and about 1635 received a post in connection with the Royal Mint. In 1645 he was appo ...

Biography

Simon was born in London in 1617. He worked abroad in Sweden and Holland before returning in 1643. His brother, Thomas, was made ''Engraver of Coin'' in 1645. Simon's self-portrait is in the National Portrait Gallery (London), and shows the skills that he brought to the wax models he created. His brother's sketchbook is in the

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. A portrait of him as St. Jerome was painted by

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in 1665.painting by Dittmers
in the

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Simon is thought to have died around 1692.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Simon, Abraham 1617 births 1692 deaths English medallists