stackyFACTSEven in death, the legendary astronomer is permanently flipping off his earthly critics. Almost a century after his passing, his grave was opened so his remains could be relocated. Dedicated admirers shamelessly snapped off three of his fingers as sacred relics, and the middle digit is now proudly displayed upright in a fine crystal jar.
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