M13

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M13
Object #5
Object type

globular cluster

Other Names

NGC 6205, Hercules Cluster

Data
Magnitude:5.8

Right ascension:16:41:41.50
Declination:36:27:39.00
Constellation:Hercules
Season:summer

Visibility

Binocular
Telescope

M13 is a very nice globular cluster in the constellation of Hercules. Not visible from the city to the unaided eye, it is easily visible in binoculars and downright spectacular in a telescope. It can be tricky to find as Hercules is a rather dim constellation, but if you can locate Eta Herculis with binoculars or a telescope, head south - the cluster is about a third of the way to Zeta Herculis.

Locate M13

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Observations

Observer: Jason Nishiyama Location:Calgary Date of observation:13 May 2008 Observations made:NBT
Visibility: BT Binocular type:10x50 Telescope type:MAK127
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