Nova Centauri 2013
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 Nova Centauri 2013 as seen with the naked-eye near. La Silla Observatory[1] | |
Observational data | |
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| Epoch: | J2000 |
| Constellation: | Centaurus |
| Right ascension: | 13h 54m 45.34s |
| Declination: | −59° 09′ 04.2″ |
| Apparent magnitude: | 5.5 |
PNV J13544700-5909080 (Nova Cen 2013, V1369 Cen) is a bright nova in the constellation Centaurus. It was discovered on December 2, 2013 by amateur astronomer John Seach in Australia with coordinates RA 13h 54m 45.34s and Dec −59° 09′ 04.2″ and unfiltered magnitude 5.5.[2][3] As of December 14, 2013 it peaked at about magnitude 3.3[4] being the brightest nova of this millennium.
See also
References
- ↑ "Brand New Image of Nova Centauri 2013". ESO Picture of the Week. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Dickinson, David (2013-12-04). "A Naked Eye Nova Erupts in Centaurus". Universe Today. Retrieved 2013-12-06.
- ↑ "Alert Notice 492: Nova Centauri 2013 = PNV J13544700-5909080". American Association of Variable Star Observers. 2013-12-04. Retrieved 2013-12-06.
- ↑ IAUC 9266
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