NGC 659
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| NGC 659 | |
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| Observation data (J2000.0 epoch) | |
| Right ascension | 1h 44m 4s[1] |
| Declination | +60° 40′[1] |
| Distance | 8.2 kly[2] |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 7.9[1] |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 6.0′[3] |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Mass | 105 to 106 M☉ |
| Radius | 7.5[2] |
| Estimated age | 20my[2] |
| Other designations | NGC 659, OCL 332 |
File:NGC 659 map.png
Map showing the location of NGC 659
NGC 659 is an open cluster in the Cassiopeia constellation. It was discovered by Caroline Herschel in 1783.
References
External links
- NGC 659 on WikiSky: DSS2, SDSS, GALEX, IRAS, Hydrogen α, X-Ray, Astrophoto, Sky Map, Articles and images
Coordinates: 
01h 44m 24s, +60° 40′ 24″
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