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NGC 6541
Globular cluster · C78 · NGC 6541
Globular cluster
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NGC 6541 is a globular cluster of stars in the southern constellation of Corona Australis. The globular cluster was discovered by Niccolò Cacciatore at the Palermo Astronomical Observatory, Sicily, on March 19, 1826. It was independently found by James Dunlop on July 3, 1826. The cluster has an apparent visual magnitude of 6.3 and an angular diameter of 15′. It is visible with binoculars or a small telescope.
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Key facts
Distance
~22,300 light-years
Apparent mag.
+6.6
Apparent size
7.5′
Best seen with
Binoculars
Catalogue
C78 · NGC 6541
Did you know
- Listed as Caldwell 78 in the Caldwell catalogue, also known as NGC 6541.
- Within reach of ordinary binoculars under dark skies.
