Jeremiah Dummer (silversmith)
Jeremiah Dummer | |
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Self portrait | |
| Born | September 14, 1645 |
| Died | May 24, 1718 (aged 72) |
| Occupation(s) | Silversmith, painter, engraver |
| Known for | First American-born silversmith |
| Children | 8, including Jeremiah and William |
| Father | Richard Dummer |
Jeremiah Dummer (September 14, 1645 – May 24, 1718) was a Massachusetts silversmith, painter, and engraver. He created the first paper currency in the Connecticut Colony, and his son Jeremiah Dummer was involved with the foundation of Yale University.