IC 590
Overlaid DSS image of IC 590, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around IC 590
MCG+00-26-018, UGC 5443, NPM1G +00.0287, PGC 29316, SDSS J100549.83+003800.0
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 14 |
| Size | 0.74' x 0.474' @ 115° |
| Right Ascension | 10h 5' 49.9" (2000) |
| Declination | 0° 38' 0" N |
| Constellation | Sextans |
| Description | F, dif; neb D*? |
| Classification | E |
Observing Notes
Harold Corwin
IC 590 is an interacting double galaxy. Javelle saw both components, noting "Looks like a double star surrounded by nebulosity."
Other Data Sources for IC 590
Nearby objects for IC 590
5 objects found within 120'
| Alpha Sextantis | HCG 43 | IC 594 |
| NGC 3123 | Palomar 3 |
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IC 590