Abraham Abramson

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Abraham Abramson (1752 or 1754, Potsdam – 28 July 1811, Berlin) was a Prussian coiner and medallist. Though born Jewish, he later converted to Christianity.[1]

Son of the coiner Jacob Abraham, he created most of the famous medals of Prussia of the time. He depicted among others Kant, Lessing, Mendelssohn, Wieland, Sulzer and Euler.

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  1. ^ Gottheil, Richard; Kohler, Kaufmann; Broydé, Isaac. Converts to Christianity, Modern. JewishEncyclopedia.com. Jewish Encyclopedia. Retrieved on 2008-05-28. “The following is a list of the more prominent modern converts ... Abrahamson, A. (1754-1811), German stamp-cutter.”

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