Age | 68 (age at death) |
Birthday | 1784 |
Died | 1853 |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Inventor |
Sarah "Tabitha" Babbitt (December 9, 1779 – December 10, 1853) was an early American Shaker purported to be a tool maker and inventor. Inventions credited to her by the Shakers include the circular saw, the spinning wheel head, and false teeth. She was a member of the Harvard Shaker community.