Galileo Galilei
Italian polymath (1564–1642)
1564 — 1642
Quick Facts
Profession
Italian polymath (1564–1642)
Born
February 25, 1564
Died
1642 (age ~78)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronomer, scientist, politician
Duchy of FlorenceBorn in PisaDied in Arcetri
1564
Born in Pisa (1564-02-25)
1581
EducationStudied at University of Pisa (1581–1585)
1642
Died in Arcetri
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Galileo Galilei?+
Galileo Galilei is Italian polymath (1564–1642). Born in 1564.
When was Galileo Galilei born?+
Galileo Galilei was born on February 25, 1564.
When did Galileo Galilei die?+
Galileo Galilei died in 1642, at approximately 78 years of age.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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