Jean Varin
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Gender | Female |
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Death | 352 years ago |
Date of birth | February 6,1607 |
Zodiac sign | Aquarius |
Born | Liege |
Belgium | |
Date of died | August 26,1672 |
Died | Paris |
France | |
Job | Sculptor |
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ID | 1545659 |
Jean Varin Life story
Jean Varin or Warin was a French sculptor and engraver who made important innovations in the process of minting coins. Born in Liège, Varin moved to Paris in 1626. After demonstrating talent as an engraver, he obtained the support of Cardinal Richelieu and in 1647 was appointed head of the French mint.