Edward Simpson (forger)
Edward Simpson ("Flint Jack") | |
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Edward Simpson demonstrating his knapping skills. | |
| Born | 1815 |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Forger, Fossil Collector |
| Known for | Forgery or prehistoric flint tools and geological specimens |
| Criminal charge | Theft |
| Penalty | Imprisonment. 12 months at Bedford Prison in 1866. One month at Northallerton Prison in 1871. |
Edward Simpson ("Flint Jack") (born c. 1815, fl. 1874) was a British geologist and forger of antiquities, such as arrowheads and fossils. He was also known as Fossil Willy, Old Antiquarian, Cockney Bill, Bones, and Shirtless. Other names included John Wilson, of Burlington, and Jerry Taylor, of Billery-dale, Yorkshire Moors.