NGC 2169

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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

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. [1] 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."

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References

  1. O'Meara, Stephen James (2007). Deep Sky Companions: Hidden Treasures. Cambridge University Press. p. 180. ISBN 9780521837040. 

Coordinates: 06h 8.4m 00s, +13° 57′ 00″

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