SN 1006 was a supernova that is likely the brightest observed stellar event in recorded history, reaching an estimated −7.5 visual magnitude, and exceeding roughly sixteen times the brightness of Venus.

Date: 17 April 1006 to 1 May 1006

Remnant: Shell

Constellation: Lupus

Peak apparent magnitude: −7.5

Galactic coordinates: 327.6+14.6

Notable features: Brightest supernova in recorded history, and therefore most described of the pre telescopic era