Home / Scientists and Inventors / Edward Stone Edward Stone 1702 – 1768 Scientists and Inventors Scientists and Inventors Biography Edward Stone (1702–1768) was an English Anglican priest who discovered the active ingredient of aspirin. Born November 5, 1702 in Princes Risborough. Died November 26, 1768 in Horsenden. AD ✝ LEGENDS AT REST Every legend has a story. Every story has a resting place. Explore the Legends at Rest books and profiles. Explore Legends at Rest → More Images Related Graves More scientists and inventors → Jean-Pierre Blanchard 1753 – 1809 Scientists and Inventors Theophilus Van Kannel 1841 – 1919 Ohio, United States, United States Scientists and Inventors Betty Holberton 1917 – 2001 Ivy Scientists and Inventors Alfonso Bialetti 1888 – 1970 Scientists and Inventors