The Puzzle Named After a Medieval King
The Puzzle Named After a Medieval King
Have you ever wondered which invention was named after a medieval king? The answer may surprise you - it's the jigsaw puzzle!
The jigsaw puzzle was first created in the 1760s by John Spilsbury, a British mapmaker and engraver. He mounted a map on a sheet of wood and then cut it into small pieces using a jigsaw, hence the name "jigsaw puzzle."
But why was it named after a medieval king? The answer lies in the tool used to create the puzzle pieces - the jigsaw. The jigsaw was named after King Louis XIV of France, who was known as the "Sun King" and ruled from 1643 to 1715. The jigsaw was invented during his reign and was named in his honor.
So the next time you sit down to solve a jigsaw puzzle, remember that you are engaging in a pastime that has its roots in medieval history and is named after a king!