James Kynvyn (second half 16th-early 17th century) was an English craftsman, active between 1569 and 1610.[1]
All that is known about him is that his workshop was located near St. Paul's Cathedral in London. He built high-quality mathematical instruments, notably graphometers, compasses, and quadrants.
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References
edit- ^ "James Kynvyn". Epact. Museum of the History of Science. Retrieved 22 June 2016.
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