M71 Globular Cluster in Sagitta

Dear friends ... and especially Seanie,

One globular cluster which is quite overlooked is M71 in Sagitta. Although at one time there existed some dispute amongst the astronomy community as to whether this cluster was an open cluster or not, it is now established that M71 is a loose globular cluster.

Aside from being an impressive cluster by its own right, it also lies in a rich area of the sky. For an image based on 2 hours total exposure, I kindly direct you to www.perseus.gr/Astro-DSO-NGC-6838.htm ... please remember to left-mouse click on the hyperlinked image so as to see the same image but with much better analysis.

Another winner Anthony, as stated it sits in a crowded part of the sky, could this be the reason that it was never classified as a globular, as they are generally located away from the Milky Way?

Another stunner Anthony. Thats quite a result.

Many congrats.

My god, it's full of stars !!,
a fantastic image Anthony, let us know when your selling the book.!

Crikey! :shock: Now there's a cluster and a half!

Dear friends ... and especially Seanie

Woo-hoo!


An awful lot of stars there Nick, I mean Anto. The clarity and sharpness in detail is amazing considering the wash of dots in it, even in the full size version. Does look strong in the green colour band though. Apart from that - perfect!