Florence J. Jeans, GB189318827A

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Image credit: Jeans, F.J. (1893)

On November 23, 1926, Florence Jane Jeans, a primary school teacher from London, UK, was awarded a patent for a new way of using “signpost” letters and numbers to mark the correct boxes on chequered paper. Her invention made it easier for children to follow lines and learn effectively.

Date of Application: 7 October 1893

Date of Issuance: 11 November 1893

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Francesca Chiaradia
Francesca Chiaradia
PhD Student in Economics

My research interests include law and economics, economics of innovation, and information economics.