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What Happened on December 3, 1596

Famous Birthdays

  • Nicolo Amati, Italian violin maker (Stradivari & Guarneri), born in Cremona, Duchy of Milan, Holy Roman Empire (d. 1684)

About December 3, 1596

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Friday

Calendar: Gregorian France Italy Portugal Spain
Day of the Week: Tuesday

How Long Ago? 427 years, 7 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Sagittarius