| NGC 2169 | |
|---|---|
| Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
| Constellation | Orion |
| Right ascension | 06h 8.4m |
| Declination | +13° 57′ |
| Distance | 3.6 kly |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 5.9 |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 7′ |
| Physical characteristics | |
| See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters | |
NGC 2169, is an open cluster in the Orion constellation. It was discovered by Giovanni Batista Hodierna before 1654 and discovered by William Herschel on October 15, 1784. NGC 2169 is at a distance of about 3,600 light years away from Earth. It is nicknamed "The '37' Cluster" due to its striking resemblance to the numerals "37."