NGC 821
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 821, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around NGC 821
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 10.7 |
| Size | 2.4' x 1.7' @ 25° |
| Right Ascension | 2h 8' 21.1" (2000) |
| Declination | 10° 59' 42" N |
| Constellation | Aries |
| Description | pB, vS, vlE, svmbM, * np |
| Classification | E2 |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Aug 18, 2021 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
A bit challenging as this 11th magnitude galaxy is hidden by a 9th magnitude star (SAO 92805) on the northwest margin of the halo, otherwise about 2' in diameter with no notable structure
Andrew Cooper
Oct 24, 2020 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 7 Transparency: 6 Moon: 25%
Small, round, bright core, the 9th magnitude star SAO 92805 on the northwest margin
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Nearby objects for NGC 821
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NGC 821