Hessel Gerritsz
Dutch engraver and cartographer (1581–1632)
1581 — 1632
Quick Facts
Profession
Dutch engraver and cartographer (1581–1632)
Born
January 1, 1581
Died
1632 (age ~51)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
engraver, artist, cartographer
Dutch RepublicBorn in AssumDied in Amsterdam
1581
Born in Assum (1581-01-01)
1632
Died in Amsterdam
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hessel Gerritsz?+
Hessel Gerritsz is Dutch engraver and cartographer (1581–1632). Born in 1581.
When was Hessel Gerritsz born?+
Hessel Gerritsz was born on January 1, 1581.
When did Hessel Gerritsz die?+
Hessel Gerritsz died in 1632, at approximately 51 years of age.
Hessel — January 1, 1581
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Guestbook
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
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