Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cepheus (Cep)  ·  Contains:  Iris Nebula  ·  NGC 7023
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Iris Nebula - NGC 7023, jhawn
Iris Nebula - NGC 7023
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Iris Nebula - NGC 7023

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Iris Nebula - NGC 7023, jhawn
Iris Nebula - NGC 7023
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Iris Nebula - NGC 7023

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The Iris Nebula is located in the constellation Cepheus at a distance of approximately 1,300 light years.  It is a reflection nebula illuminated by SAO 19158, imparting a characteristic bluish glow to the surrounding gases.  This image highlights the core of the nebula and the peripheral interstellar matter.

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Iris Nebula - NGC 7023, jhawn