Archimedes of Syracuse - 287– 212 BC - Greek Mathematician, Physicist, Engineer, Astronomer, and Inventor - Alabaster Statue

Item Specifics

Quote : “Give me a place to stand and I will move the earth.”
Condition: New, Handmade in Greece
Height: 24 cm(9.5")
Width: 8 cm(3.1")
Weight: 600g
Material: Alabaster

When we think of the great scientists and mathematicians of the ancient world, who have contributed greatly to today's inventions and researches, who could forget Archimedes. In the hearts and minds of scientists Archimedes occupies the same respectable position as Newton and Gauss. In his ancient Greek days he was known as the "the wise one," "the master" and "the great geometer". His works such as the "Death Ray" gained him popularity and fame that lasts till this day. He was one of the last great Greek mathematicians.