Oscar Montelius
Swedish archaeologist (1843-1921)
1843 — 1921
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish archaeologist (1843-1921)
Born
September 9, 1843
Died
1921 (age ~78)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
archaeologist, anthropologist, prehistorian
SwedenBorn in Maria Magdalena parishDied in Maria Magdalena parish
1843
Born in Maria Magdalena parish (1843-09-09)
1907
PositionDirector-General of the Swedish National Heritage Board (1907–1913)
1913
AwardAnders Retzius Medal
1917
Positionseat 18 of the Swedish Academy (1917–1921)
1921
Died in Maria Magdalena parish
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Gustaf Oscar Augustin Montelius, known as Oscar Montelius was a Swedish archaeologist who refined the concept of seriation, a relative chronological dating method.
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Who is Oscar Montelius?+
Gustaf Oscar Augustin Montelius, known as Oscar Montelius was a Swedish archaeologist who refined the concept of seriation, a relative chronological dating method.
What does the name Oscar mean?+
The name Oscar means "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Oscar Montelius born?+
Oscar Montelius was born on September 9, 1843.
When did Oscar Montelius die?+
Oscar Montelius died in 1921, at approximately 78 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Irish or Old English.
The name Oscar is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Irish or Old English.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Oscar — September 9, 1843
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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