Abraham Chiron

Abraham Chiron
Grand master of Lodge de Goede Hoop (South African Freemasons)
In office
1772–1776
Preceded byOrganization started in South Africa
Succeeded byGie, J.C.
In office
1776–1784
Preceded byGie, J.C.
Succeeded byDuminy, F.R.
Personal details
Born1746 (1746)
Frankfurt, Holy Roman Empire
Died1822 (aged 75–76)
Frankfurt, Germany
SpouseMarie Philippine Roger
Children4 daughters
Known forFreemasonry, bookkeeping\banking
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Abraham Chiron was a German-born book-keeper and banker who played a key role in the establishment of Freemasonry in South Africa and served as the country's first Masonic Grand Master. He also played a significant role in the early European settlement of the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa.

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