NGC 2264
Diffuse Nebula and
Open Cluster NGC 2264
(= H V.27
= H VIII.5),
in Monoceros
The Cone Nebula and the Chrismas Tree Cluster
Right Ascension | 06 : 41.1 (h:m) |
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Declination | +09 : 53 (deg:m) |
Distance | 2.4 (kly) |
Visual Brightnes | 3.9 (mag) |
Apparent Dimension | 20.0 (arc min) |
The Cone Nebula and the Chrismas Tree Cluster were discovered by
William Herschel, who assigned them
the numbers H V.27 and H VIII.5.
The nebula belongs to a much larger complex, which is currently an active
star forming region.
Our image was obtained by David Malin with the Anglo-Australian
Telescope. This image is copyrighted and may be used for private purpose only.
For any other kind of use, including internet mirroring and storing on CD-ROM,
please contact Coral Cooksley of the
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More information on this image
(by David Malin) -
AAT image of NGC 2264 and S Monocerotis region
(also by David Malin)The Hubble Space Telescope was used in 1997 to obtain
in the Cone Nebula.
In the John Caldwell’s observing list
Astronomical League’s Deep Sky Binocular Club list.
Last Modification: 29 Mar 1998, 13:00 MET