NGC 5861
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 5861, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around NGC 5861
| Type | Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 12 |
| Size | 3' x 3' @ 150° |
| Right Ascension | 15h 9' 16.1" (2000) |
| Declination | 11° 19' 18" S |
| Constellation | Libra |
| Description | F, L, E, r |
| Classification | SBc Ring |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
May 26, 2001 Dragoon Mtn. Ranch, Cochise Co., AZ (map)
46cm f/4.5 Deep Violet
Much larger than its neighbor NGC5858 9.5' northwest, large, diffuse, no core or brightening towards the center
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Nearby objects for NGC 5861
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NGC 5861