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John Collins

English mathematician (1625–1683)

John Collins has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists in 1626 in Oxford, United Kingdom.

Born

in 1626

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: November 10, 1683

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Birthplace
Oxford, United Kingdom
Professions
mathematician
Citizenship
Kingdom of England

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: in 1626 (Google Books; Oxford Dictionary of National Biography; Google Books; doi.org) or March 5, 1625 (The Galileo Project) or March 25, 1625 (No external source identified) or March 5, 1624 (MacTutor History of Mathematics archive).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

March 25, 1625

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    Questions people ask

    Where was John Collins born?

    John Collins was born in Oxford, United Kingdom.

    When did John Collins die?

    John Collins died on November 10, 1683.