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Open cluster in the constellation Mensa
NGC 1986
Observation data (J2000.0 epoch)
Right ascension05 27 38.1
Declination−69° 58′ 25″
Apparent magnitude (V)11.31
Apparent dimensions (V)2.80′ × 2.40′
Physical characteristics
Other designationsESO 56-SC134
Associations
ConstellationMensa
See also: Open cluster, List of open clusters

NGC 1986 (also known as ESO 56-SC134) is an open cluster which is located in the Mensa constellation which is part of the Large Magellanic Cloud. It was discovered by James Dunlop on September 27, 1826. It has an apparent magnitude of 11.31 and its size is 2.80 by 2.40 arc minutes.

References

  1. ^ "NED results for object NGC 1986*". NED. Retrieved 25 November 2017.
  2. ^ "NGC 1986 -- Cluster of Stars". SIMBAD. Retrieved 25 November 2017.
  3. "Object: NGC 1986 (*)". SEDS. Retrieved 25 November 2017.
  4. "NGC 1986 (in the Large Magellanic Cloud)". cseligman. Retrieved 25 November 2017.
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