V1280 Scorpii
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| Observation data Epoch J2000.0 |
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|---|---|
| Constellation (pronunciation) |
Scorpius |
| Right ascension | 16h 57m 41.24s |
| Declination | -32° 20′ 36.4″ |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | (+3.9 max) |
V1280 Scorpii is a nova observed in February 2007 in the constellation Scorpius, just south of M62. The nova was a 9th magnitude object when it was discovered around February 4, and peaked at magnitude 3.9 on February 17.
Announced by the IAU in Electronic Telegram No. 835 and Circular No. 8803
