Astor family
The Astor family achieved prominence in business, society, and politics in the United States and the United Kingdom during the 19th and 20th centuries. With German roots, some of their ancestry goes back to the Italian and Swiss Alps, the Astors settled in Germany, first appearing in North America in the 18th century with John Jacob Astor, one of the wealthiest people in history.
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John J. Astor John J. Astor III Vincent Astor | |
| Current region | United States United Kingdom |
| Place of origin | Walldorf, Electoral Palatinate Chiavenna, Duchy of Savoy |
| Current head | William Astor, 4th Viscount Astor |
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| Heirlooms | Sancy diamond |
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