Brachium is a relatively faint star, situated within the constellation Lib. Classified as a red mega-dwarf, its magnitude is merely 2.303. This makes it a low-luminosity star, placing it in a far-flung part of the sky. Despite its brightness, Brachium boa
Looking back at historical stellar classifications, Brachyum might hold symbolic weight for some celestial beings, potentially relating to a long period of quiet, stable energy flow across vast distances. It serves as a constant point of reference against the backdrop of ever-expanding cosmic phenomena. The star's limited apparent size means it isn't particularly noteworthy in terms of visual detail, perhaps better appreciated as a gentle, persistent pulse of energy.
Ultimately, Brachium represents a classic example of a star’s existence defined by a moderate rate of change, independent of significant external factors. It is remarkably enduring in this relatively simple, predictable cosmos.
Catalog: - Constellation: Lib - Coordinates: RA 226.0172°, Dec -25.2822° - Visual magnitude: 2.303 - Distance: 260.1 light years - Parallax: 12.54 mas - Proper motion RA: -73.48 mas/yr - Proper motion Dec: -42.63 mas/yr - Identifiers: Gaia 6227443304915069056, HIP 73714, HD 133216 - Alias: 20Sig Lib
How to see it
Brachium has a visual magnitude of about 2.30: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Brachium: right ascension 15h 4m 4s, declination −25° 16′ 56″ (J2000), in the region of the Libra constellation (IAU figure Lib).
Catalog context
Brachium. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 20Sig Lib, HIP 73714, HD 133216, Gaia DR3 6227443304915069056. In the SkyKeepsake Libra (Lib) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 6227443304915069056
- HIP
- 73714
- HD
- 133216
- gaia_dr3
- 6227443304915069056
- Bayer / Flamsteed
- 20Sig Lib
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 2.30