Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Auriga (Aur)
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SNR G160.8+02.6 (Sh2-221), Sh2-219, Jim Thommes
SNR G160.8+02.6 (Sh2-221), Sh2-219, Jim Thommes

SNR G160.8+02.6 (Sh2-221), Sh2-219

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SNR G160.8+02.6 (Sh2-221), Sh2-219, Jim Thommes
SNR G160.8+02.6 (Sh2-221), Sh2-219, Jim Thommes

SNR G160.8+02.6 (Sh2-221), Sh2-219

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This is a two panel mosaic image. It shows the Supernova Remnant SNR G160.8+02.6. This SNR is also known as HBH 9  and Sh2-221 (although this latter reference is unclear in Simbad and the early catalogs of Sharpless and Lynds). It is at a relatively close distance (compared to other SNR's) of about 1,760 light years.  In the right upper left is the small HII nebula Sh2-219 whose distance is much further than that of the SNR -  estimates range from about 12,700 to 13,700 light years. In the lower right is a complex consisting of LBN 755, Barnard 25, and LDN 1465.  There are also a few background  galaxies that can be seen in the full size image (at full zoom).  These objects and some of the brighter stars are identified in the full FOV annotated image.

Link to Full FOV Website image (zoomable) - SNR G160.8+02.6 (Sh2-221)

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