George Coby
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George Coby (born Grigol Kobakhidze; Georgian: გრიგოლ კობახიძე; 1883 – October 30, 1967) was a Georgian-American businessman, inventor, and chemist. He is believed to be the first Georgian millionaire.[1] Two of his most notable inventions include waterproof concrete and glass bricks; he was also linked to the first electrical Christmas tree lights' invention.[2]
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George Coby | |
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Born | Grigol Kobakhidze 1883 (1883) Tkhmori, Racha, Georgia |
Died | (1967-10-30)October 30, 1967 Providence, US |
Occupation(s) | Businessman, inventor, chemist |
Spouse | Dasha Coby |
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