Christine of Sweden
Queen of Sweden, ruled from 1632 until abdication in 1654 (1626–1689)
1626 — 1689
Quick Facts
Profession
Queen of Sweden, ruled from 1632 until abdication in 1654 (1626–1689)
Born
December 7, 1626
Died
1689 (age ~63)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
monarch, writer, painter
SwedenBorn in StockholmDied in Rome
1626
Born in Stockholm (1626-12-07)
1632
PositionMonarch of Sweden (1632–1654)
1689
Died in Rome
About
Christina, a member of the House of Vasa, was Queen of Sweden from 1632 until her abdication in 1654. Her conversion to Catholicism and refusal to marry led her to relinquish her throne and move to Rome.
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Who is Christine of Sweden?+
Christina, a member of the House of Vasa, was Queen of Sweden from 1632 until her abdication in 1654. Her conversion to Catholicism and refusal to marry led her to relinquish her throne and move to Rome.
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 Sweden born?+
Christine of Sweden was born on December 7, 1626.
When did Christine of Sweden die?+
Christine of Sweden died in 1689, at approximately 63 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 — December 7, 1626
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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Guestbook
The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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