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Originally Posted by Geoff Mc
Another object we looked at was a star about 2' west of beta Crucis, which is nameless in Stellarium but renowned for its beautiful red colour (some say copper colour). I have not been able to find much of a reference to it. Does anyone know anything?
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That is probably the Jewel Box NGC4755 you were looking at. This time of year Betelgeuse in Orion is the easiest coloured star to see.
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Originally Posted by Paddy
Congratulations Michael on a good first light. Some really nice targets. Looking forward to some more sketches and the report of your first dark sky with your new scope.
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Thanks Patrick, been away for a few days but hoping to get out more this week.