Messier 9
Star cluster in Ophiuchus · 25,800 light-years
🔭 Explore Messier 9 in the 3D map →| Type | Star cluster |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Ophiuchus |
| Distance | 25,800 light-years |
| Apparent magnitude | 8.4 |
| Apparent size | 6.9′ (arc-minutes) |
| Also known as | M9 · NGC 6333 |
Messier 9 is a star cluster (also catalogued as NGC 6333) in Ophiuchus — a gravitationally bound family of stars sharing a common origin. It was recorded by Charles Messier in his famous catalogue of 110 deep-sky objects. It spans roughly 6.9 arc-minutes on the sky. At about magnitude 8.4, it shows up well in a small backyard telescope.
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