Tycho Brahe
Danish astronomer and alchemist, 1546–1601
1546 — 1601
Quick Facts
Profession
Danish astronomer and alchemist, 1546–1601
Born
December 24, 1546
Died
1601 (age ~55)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronomer, writer, poet
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in Knutstorp CastleDied in Prague
1546
Born in Knutstorp Castle (1546-12-24)
1559
EducationStudied at University of Copenhagen (1559–1562)
1562
EducationStudied at Leipzig University (1562–1565)
1580
AwardKnight of the Order of the Elephant
1601
Died in Prague
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tycho Brahe?+
Tycho Brahe is Danish astronomer and alchemist, 1546–1601. Born in 1546.
When was Tycho Brahe born?+
Tycho Brahe was born on December 24, 1546.
When did Tycho Brahe die?+
Tycho Brahe died in 1601, at approximately 55 years of age.
Other famous people named Tycho
Tycho — December 24, 1546
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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Respect.
— .
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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