Messier 52
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Messier 52 | |
Credit: 2MASS/NASA. |
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Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
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Right ascension | 23h 24.2m |
Declination | +61° 35′ |
Distance | 5.0 kly () |
Apparent magnitude (V) | 5.0 |
Apparent dimensions (V) | 13.0' |
Notable features | - |
Other designations | M 52, NGC 7654 |
See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters |
Messier 52 (also known as M 52 or NGC 7654) is an open cluster in the Cassiopeia constellation. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1774. M52 can be seen from Earth with binoculars.