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M79 NGC 1904

TYPEGlobular Cluster
CONSTLepus
MAG7.7
Star Hop
Imaging Reference
NGC 1904
Object Data

The NGC 1904 is a globular cluster in the constellation Lepus, located about 41,100 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 7.8' and a magnitude of 7.7, it is best observed during winter.

Under dark skies, this object is considered Moderate to observe with small amateur telescopes.

Type
Globular Cluster
Constellation
Lepus
Distance
41100 ly
Size
7.8'
Season
Winter
Difficulty
Moderate
Magnitude
7.7
Altitude Profile (24h)
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