68 Orionis
Overlaid DSS image of 68 Orionis, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
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68 Ori
H VI 72, BD+19 1253, HD 42509, HR 2193, WDS J06120+1947A, SAO 95359, GSC 01322-01495, HIP 29433
H VI 72, BD+19 1253, HD 42509, HR 2193, WDS J06120+1947A, SAO 95359, GSC 01322-01495, HIP 29433
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 5.749 | Right Ascension | 6h 12' 1.3" (2000) |
| Declination | 19° 47' 26" N |
| Constellation | Orion |
| Classification | B9.5V |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Oct 23, 2022 Waikoloa, HI (map)
28cm f/10 SCT, NexStar 11" GyPSy @ 127x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
White, the 9th magnitude visible 1.5' southwest is a listed companion
Interestingly Gaia DR3 data reveals the 6th magnitude 68 Ori to be a background star with a parallax of 3.08mas while the 9th magnitude companion HD 253135 is far closer with a parallax of 15.80mas/yr and high proper motion
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68 Orionis