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James Lick
1796-08-25 – 1876-10-01
Life & Legacy
James Lick (August 25, 1796 – October 1, 1876) was an American real estate investor, carpenter, piano builder, land baron, and patron of the sciences. The wealthiest man in California at the time of his death, Lick left the majority of his estate to social and scientific causes.
Occupation & Career
patron of the arts, musical instrument maker, businessperson, large estate owner
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q629500 — wikidata View source
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