Augustus Wollaston Franks
Sir Augustus Wollaston Franks KCB FRS FSA (20 March 1826 – 21 May 1897) was a British antiquarian and museum administrator. Franks was described by Marjorie Caygill, historian of the British Museum, as "arguably the most important collector in the history of the British Museum, and one of the greatest collectors of his age."
Sir Augustus W. Franks KCB FRS FSA | |
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Sir Augustus Wollaston Franks | |
| Born | 20 March 1826 |
| Died | 21 May 1897 (aged 71) |
| Alma mater | Trinity College, Cambridge; Eton College |
| Occupation | Museum administrator |
| Known for | British antiquities; Royal Gold Cup acquisition Franks Casket |
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