Magnus Celsius

Magnus Celsius (16 January 1621 – 5 May 1679) was a Swedish astronomer and mathematician, decipherer of the staveless runes. His grandson was Anders Celsius.

Magnus Celsius
Magnus Celsius, photographed portrait from Allhems Svenskt konstnärslexikon.
Born(1621-01-16)16 January 1621
Died5 May 1679(1679-05-05) (aged 58)
NationalitySwedish
Spouse(s)Sara Celsius
ChildrenNils Celsius
Johan Celsius
Catharina Celsia
Olof Celsius, Sr.
Barbro Celsius
Scientific career
FieldsAstronomy, Mathematics

He was the father of Olof Celsius, Nils Celsius and Johan Celsius.


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