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Adriaan Metius
Dutch mathematician and astronomer (1571–1635)
Adriaan Metius was born on December 19, 1571 in Alkmaar and died on September 6, 1635, aged 63.
Born
December 19, 1571
Adriaan Metius died aged 63.
Died: September 6, 1635
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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.
- Birthplace
- Alkmaar
- Professions
- map drawer, surveyor, university teacher, cartographer, astronomer, mathematician, writer, physician
- Citizenship
- Dutch Republic
More about Adriaan Metius
- Zodiac sign
- Sagittarius
Family
- Sibling
- Jacob Metius
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Questions people ask
How old was Adriaan Metius when they died?
Adriaan Metius died aged 63.
When is Adriaan Metius’s birthday?
Adriaan Metius’s recorded birthday is December 19.
Where was Adriaan Metius born?
Adriaan Metius was born in Alkmaar.
When did Adriaan Metius die?
Adriaan Metius died on September 6, 1635.