Stephanie of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen

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Stephanie of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen
Born(1837-07-15)July 15, 1837
Sigmaringen, Germany
DiedJanuary 17, 1859(1859-01-17) (aged 21)
Lisbon, Portugal
SpousePeter V of Portugal
HouseHouse of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen
FatherCharles Anthony, Prince of Hohenzollern
MotherPrincess Josephine of Baden


Stephanie of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen (1837 – 1859) was a German princess who became the Queen consort of Portugal through her marriage to Peter V of Portugal.

Early Life[edit | edit source]

Stephanie was born on July 15, 1837, in Sigmaringen, Germany. She was the daughter of Charles Anthony, Prince of Hohenzollern and Princess Josephine of Baden.

Marriage and Reign[edit | edit source]

Stephanie married Peter V of Portugal, and became the Queen consort of Portugal. Their marriage took place on May 29, 1858. Unfortunately, Stephanie's reign as queen was short-lived, as she passed away on January 17, 1859, in Lisbon, Portugal.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Stephanie of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen is remembered for her brief but impactful time as Queen consort of Portugal. Her legacy lives on through her descendants.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD