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NGC 7814

Galaxy Good (55/100)

Spiral

NGC 7814 Galaxy Peg Visible Level 4 Large telescope (10"+) - Dark skies recommended
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Properties

Magnitude 10.5
Angular Size 4.4′ × 1.9′
Position Angle 135°
Galaxy Type Spiral (SAab)
cB, cL, E, vgbM

Position & Identifiers

RA 00h 03m 18.0s
Dec +16° 08' 60.0"
Constellation Peg
Catalog NGC 7814

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200x TFOV: 0.2° Lim. mag: 14.2
N E

NGC 7814 · 4.4′×1.9′ · N up, E left

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About NGC 7814

Description

NGC 7814, known as the Little Sombrero Galaxy, is an edge-on spiral galaxy in Pegasus, about 40 million light-years away. Its prominent central bulge bisected by a thin dark dust lane gives it a miniature version of the famous Sombrero Galaxy (M104) appearance.

Observing Tips

Visible as a small, bright, elongated glow in an 8-inch telescope with a notably bright nucleus. The dust lane requires 12 inches or more under good conditions. Best in autumn evenings at medium to high magnification.

History

Discovered by William Herschel on November 8, 1784. Its visual similarity to M104 has earned it the nickname "Little Sombrero."

Fun Facts

Despite its small angular size, NGC 7814 is intrinsically similar in size to the Milky Way. Its large, bright bulge suggests it may contain an older stellar population than our galaxy.