Philip Oppenheimer
British diamond dealer and racehorse owner
About Philip Oppenheimer
Lived 1911 – 1995 (aged 83). Philip Oppenheimer was a British businessperson and diamond dealer.
Sir Philip Jack Oppenheimer (29 October 1911 – 8 October 1995) was a British diamond dealer and racehorse owner.
Philip Oppenheimer was born on 29 October 1911, the son of Otto Oppenheimer. He was educated at Harrow School and Jesus College, Cambridge, where he was captain of the boxing team.
In 1935 he married Pamela Fenn Stirling. They had one son, Anthony Oppenheimer, and one daughter.
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Who was Philip Oppenheimer?
British diamond dealer and racehorse owner (1911-1995)
When was Philip Oppenheimer born?
Philip Oppenheimer was born on 29 October 1911 in London.
When did Philip Oppenheimer die?
Philip Oppenheimer died on 8 October 1995 in England, London.
What was Philip Oppenheimer's occupation?
Philip Oppenheimer was a businessperson and diamond dealer.
What nationality was Philip Oppenheimer?
Philip Oppenheimer was British.
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