Christine of Denmark
duchess consort of Milan and duchess consort of Lorraine (1521-1590)
1521 — 1590
Quick Facts
Profession
duchess consort of Milan and duchess consort of Lorraine (1521-1590)
Born
November 1, 1521
Died
1590 (age ~69)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
aristocrat
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in NyborgDied in Alessandria
1521
Born in Nyborg (1521-11-01)
1590
Died in Alessandria
About
Christina of Denmark was a Danish princess, the younger surviving daughter of King Christian II of Denmark and Norway and Isabella of Austria. By her two marriages, she became Duchess of Milan, then Duchess of Lorraine. She served as the regent of Lorraine from 1545 to 1552 during the minority of her son. She was also a claimant to the thrones of Denmark, Norway and Sweden in 1561–1590 and was sovereign Lady of Tortona in 1578–1584.
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Who is Christine of Denmark?+
Christina of Denmark was a Danish princess, the younger surviving daughter of King Christian II of Denmark and Norway and Isabella of Austria. By her two marriages, she became Duchess of Milan, then Duchess of Lorraine. She served as the regent of Lorraine from 1545 to 1552 during the minority of he
What does the name Christine mean?+
The name Christine means "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Christine. Christina.". It is of French origin.
When was Christine of Denmark born?+
Christine of Denmark was born on November 1, 1521.
When did Christine of Denmark die?+
Christine of Denmark died in 1590, at approximately 69 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Christine. Christina.
The name Christine is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Christine. Christina.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Christine — November 1, 1521
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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— an admirer
Crowns are heavy. You wore yours well.
— a historian
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