Elisabeth Hevelius

Elisabeth Catherina Koopmann-Hevelius
Born	(1647-01-17)January 17, 1647 Danzig, Poland
Died	December 22, 1693(1693-12-22) (aged 46)
Occupation	Astronomer
Nationality	Polish
Partner	Johannes Hevelius

Elisabeth Catherina Koopmann-Hevelius (in Polish called Elżbieta Heweliusz; January 17, 1647 – December 22, 1693) is considered one of the first female astronomers. Originally from Danzig, Poland, she contributed to improve the work and observations done together with her husband Johannes Hevelius.