NGC 4459
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 4459, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around NGC 4459
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 10.4 |
| Size | 4' x 3.8' @ 110° |
| Right Ascension | 12h 28' 60.0" (2000) |
| Declination | 13° 58' 43" N |
| Constellation | Coma Berenices |
| Description | pB, pL, iR, bM, r, *8 sf 2' |
| Classification | Sa |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Jun 4, 2005 Vekol Ranch, Maricopa Co., AZ (map)
46cm f/4.5 Deep Violet
Round, even halo with no structure, distinct core, 5' NW of bright 8.7mag star, a couple other galaxies in the area including NGC4468 to the northeast
Other Data Sources for NGC 4459
Nearby objects for NGC 4459
34 objects found within 60'
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NGC 4459