About Abraham Odfjell
Lived 1881 – 1960 (aged 79). Abraham Odfjell was a Norwegian businessperson and philatelist.
Abraham (Abram) Odfjell (21 June 1881 – 31 August 1960) was a Norwegian ship owner who in his spare time was a noted philatelist who was added to the Roll of Distinguished Philatelists in 1951.
Shipping Odfjell was born in Stavanger in 1881 and rose from seaman to captain of his own ship before entering the shipping business on his own account in 1914. By the time of his death he had developed an extensive shipping business in Norway and North and South America.
Philately In addition to forming a fine collection of the stamps of Norway, Odfjell formed gold medal winning collections of Sudan, Afghanistan, Mexico and the Netherlands.
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Who was Abraham Odfjell?
Norwegian ship owner
When was Abraham Odfjell born?
Abraham Odfjell was born on 21 June 1881 in Stavanger.
When did Abraham Odfjell die?
Abraham Odfjell died on 31 August 1960.
What was Abraham Odfjell's occupation?
Abraham Odfjell was a businessperson and philatelist.
What nationality was Abraham Odfjell?
Abraham Odfjell was Norwegian.
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