Edward Simpson ("Flint Jack") | |
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&sq=&lang=&file=File:Flint_Jack.jpg) 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.[1] Other names included John Wilson, of Burlington, and Jerry Taylor, of Billery-dale, Yorkshire Moors.
- ^ Munro, R. (1905). "ArchÆology and false antiquities". Metheun & Co. pp. 111–117.