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NGC1499 (SH2-220) California Nebula, Joe Santacroce
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NGC1499 (SH2-220) California Nebula

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NGC1499 (SH2-220) California Nebula, Joe Santacroce
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NGC1499 (SH2-220) California Nebula

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NGC1499 (SH2-220) California Nebula
Distance: 1000 Light Years

The California Nebula (NGC 1499/Sh2-220) is an emission nebula located in the constellation Perseus. Its name comes from its resemblance to the outline of the US State of California in long exposure photographs. The California Nebula was discovered by E. E. Barnard in 1884.

Taken With:
William Optics GT71 with ASI183MC-Pro Camera
William Optics 50mm Guide with ASI290mm Camera
Optolong L-eXtreme Filter
Skywatcher HEQ5 Mount
ASIAir Pro

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34 x 300s
Total Integration: 2 hr 50 minutes

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NGC1499 (SH2-220) California Nebula, Joe Santacroce