Famous Deaths
- Nicolas Steno, Danish scientist prominent in anatomy and geology, and later Catholic priest, bishop, and candidate for sainthood, dies at 48
Died in 1686 1686 Highlights
About December 5, 1686
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Sunday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 337 years, 7 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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