Sgr – Alnasl – 2.98

Alnasl is a bright, relatively nearby red dwarf star situated within the constellation Sagittarius. It possesses a magnitude of 2.98, making it a significant point of interest for observers. Its designation as Sgr implies that it's one of many stars within the same area of the sky – Sgr is the name of this constellation, which is a prominent section of the Milky Way galaxy. This designation likely solidified a specific region of space for observing. This particular star’s position within Sgr gives it a remarkably stable, consistent position relative to others, a point of value for astronomical mapping and tracking.

Stars often hold symbolic significance; Alnasl could be considered a marker, suggesting a connection to ancient mythologies tied to the Hunter God, Sagittarius, known as a powerful and important figure in numerous tales. Though interpretations of this connection differ widely across cultures, the idea of this luminous body representing cosmic influence transcends simple historical accounts. The enduring familiarity of Alnasl in the observational history of the night sky invites contemplation of patterns, time, and celestial movement - a silent witness to long ages.

Its positioning within the Milky Way as a relatively low-magnitudinous star, and within the confines of the Sgr constellation, contributes to its unique visibility to observing locations. The consistent, albeit distant, light emission suggests a long and relatively quiet history, perhaps hinting at a core stability or a cyclical existence. Due to its relatively small size, it provides a stable, reliable target to compare against and track over long periods.

How to see it

Alnasl has a visual magnitude of about 2.98: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Alnasl: right ascension 18h 5m 48s, declination −30° 25′ 27″ (J2000), in the region of the Sagittarius constellation (IAU figure Sgr).

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Catalog context

Alnasl. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 10Gam2Sgr, HIP 88635, HD 165135, Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-88635. In the SkyKeepsake Sagittarius (Sgr) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-88635

HIP

88635

HD

165135

gaia_dr3

HYG-HIP-88635

Bayer / Flamsteed

10Gam2Sgr

Also known as

• 10Gam2Sgr
• Gaia DR3 TOP 5M HYG-HIP-88635
• HD 165135
• HIP 88635
• HYG-HIP-88635

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

2.98