NGC 1412
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 1412, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around NGC 1412
IC 1981, MCG-05-09-021, ESO 482-29, ESO 482-G029, PGC 13520
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 12.5 |
| Size | 1.137' x 0.455' @ 125° |
| Right Ascension | 3h 40' 29.4" (2000) |
| Declination | 26° 51' 44" S |
| Constellation | Fornax |
| Description | F, S, E, gbM, * sf 2' |
| Classification | S0 |
Observing Notes
Harold Corwin
NGC 1412 = IC 1981. While this is the only galaxy near John Herschel's position that he could have seen, the declination is far enough off to cause some concern (the RA is correct). Fortunately, John Herschel's description is appropriate, especially his note "... has a * sf dist 2'". The star is there.
The copy of the sweep in the Herschel Archives suggests from internal evidence that the north polar distance was properly reduced, so the incorrect declination probably results from a mistaken reading at the telescope.
Other Data Sources for NGC 1412
Nearby objects for NGC 1412
5 objects found within 120'
| NGC 1360 | NGC 1371 | NGC 1398 |
| NGC 1459 | Tau Fornacis |
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NGC 1412