John Spilsbury (cartographer)
John Spilsbury (/I.P.A. spɪlsbəri/ 1739 – 3 April 1769) was a British cartographer and engraver. He is credited as the inventor of the jigsaw puzzle. Spilsbury created them for educational purposes, and called them "Dissected Maps".
John Spilsbury | |
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| Born | 1739 |
| Died | 3 April 1769 (aged 29–30) |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Cartographer |
| Known for | Inventor of the jigsaw puzzle |
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