Messier Index/M52
Appearance
Messier 52 | |
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Observation data (w:J2000 epoch) | |
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 |
Messier 52 (also known as M 52 or NGC 7654) is an w:open cluster in the w:Cassiopeia constellation. It was discovered by w:Charles Messier in w:1774. M52 can be seen from w:Earth with w:binoculars.