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Finnur Magnússon

Finnur Magnússon (1781–1847) was an Icelandic anthropologist, archaeologist and archivist.

Also recorded as Finnur Magnusson; Finn Magnussen.

Overview

Born at Skálholt in 1781, died at Copenhagen in 1847.

In detail

Finnur Magnússon studied at University of Copenhagen. the recorded working language is Danish.

Positions recorded include member of parliament. Membership is recorded of Russian Academy of Sciences, Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters and Royal Prussian Academy of Sciences.

Distinctions recorded are Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog, Professor, etatsråd and Decoration of the Cross of Honour of the Dannebrog.

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Finnur Magnússon”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1364827: Finnur Magnússon

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