Adriaan Metius
Dutch mathematician and astronomer (1571–1635)
1571 — 1635
Quick Facts
Profession
Dutch mathematician and astronomer (1571–1635)
Born
December 19, 1571
Died
1635 (age ~64)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, astronomer, mathematician
Dutch RepublicBorn in AlkmaarDied in Franeker
1571
Born in Alkmaar (1571-12-19)
1635
Died in Franeker
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Adriaan Metius?+
Adriaan Metius is Dutch mathematician and astronomer (1571–1635). Born in 1571.
When was Adriaan Metius born?+
Adriaan Metius was born on December 19, 1571.
When did Adriaan Metius die?+
Adriaan Metius died in 1635, at approximately 64 years of age.
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Adriaan — December 19, 1571
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
Legend.
— anon
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