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Caroline Eichler

German instrument maker, designer and orthopedic technician · Germany · On the map · Scientists · Lived 1808 to 1843 · aged 35

Margarethe Caroline Eichler was a German inventor, instrument maker and prostheses designer. She was the first woman in Prussia to receive a patent and was also the inventor of the first practical modern hand prosthesis.

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A typical day, 30 days to 21 June 2026

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Awards

Silver medal of the Royal proof of gratitude

About this person

Country
Germany
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1808 to 1843 · aged 35