NGC891 - Spiral Galaxy in Andromeda

 
 
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  • RA: 02:22.6
  • Dec: +42:21
  • Magnitude: 10
  • Size:  13.5 x 2.8 arcmin
  • Distance: 10,000,000 ly
  • Constellation:  Andromeda

 

  • Scope: 8" SCT at f/10
  • Autoguider:  ST-4 in faint mode
  • Sky conditions:  good transparency and seeing
  • Camera: Hutech modified Canon 300D ISO800
  • Exposure:  9 x 10 minutes
  • Date:  November 3, 2008

 

 

   
 
Comments: NGC891 is a fine edge-on spiral with a faint dust lane along its equator. It was discovered by William Herschel in 1784.