Messier 62 (M 62)

Introduction | Map | My Own Photos | Own Observations | References

On this page I collect my observations of the globular star cluster M 62 (NGC 6266) in the constellation Ophiuchus.

 

Introduction

The globular star cluster M 62 in the constellation Ophiuchus is located near the horizon, and therefore hard to observe.

M 62 (NGC 6266)
Size: 3.5' (Stoyan)
Distance: 20,000 light years (Stoyan)
Rating: * (Stoyan)

 

Map

The globular star cluster M 62 (selected) in the constellation Ophiuchus (Image Courtesy of SkySafari Astronomy, www.simulationcurriculum.com)

 

My Own Photos

eVscope

         

M 62 - May 29, 2020

 

M 62 - May 29, 2020, processed

 

M 62 - May 29, 2020, processed and sharpened

         

M 62 - May 29, 2020

 

M 62 - May 29, 2020, processed

 

M 62 - May 29, 2020, processed and sharpened

 

Own Observations

Observations May 2020

 

References

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