M71 · globular cluster

Messier 71

Messier 71 is a globular cluster in the small northern constellation Sagitta.

RA19h 53m 46sDec+18° 46' 42"

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Identity & coordinates

Identification

Primary designation: M71
All designations: M71 · NGC 6838
Object type: Globular Cluster
Constellation: Sagitta
Best viewing: Summer

Coordinates & physical

Right ascension (J2000): 19h 53m 46s
Declination (J2000): +18° 46' 42"
Apparent magnitude (V): —
Distance: —

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Visibility tonight

The science

Messier 71 is a globular cluster in the small northern constellation Sagitta. It was discovered by Philippe Loys de Chéseaux in 1745 and included by Charles Messier in his catalog of non-comet-like objects in 1780. It was also noted by Koehler at Dresden around 1775. Messier 71 is also known as NGC 6839, though this identification is very uncertain.

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