Sadalbari is a relatively faint star within the constellation Peg, designated by the coordinate RA 342.5015°, Dec 24.6014°. Its magnitude is 3.275, making it difficult to spot in the daytime sky. This star’s location within the Peg constellation marks it
Sadalbari is recognized as a notable target for astronomical observation primarily due to its position within the Peg constellation. Its existence provides an opportunity for studying the formation and evolution of stars within this region. It isn't an uncommon celestial body, and its relatively quiet luminosity makes it a promising candidate for further investigation, particularly within the context of ancient stellar classifications.
Considering its spectral classification, and current understanding from stellar observations, Sadalbari is thought to have a spectral type consistent with an intermediate spectral water-blue or greenish hue. Based on its age and distance, it’s expected to be classified as a yellow dwarf. It's significant relative to surrounding star clusters isn't specifically related to any particular characteristic, it simply exists.
The choice of Sadalbari as a symbolic dedication represents a focused observation of distant celestial objects, suggesting a quiet contemplation of the universe's age and history. It emphasizes a particular aspect of cosmic space, rather than an elaborate or dramatic narrative.
How to see it
Sadalbari has a visual magnitude of about 3.27: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Sadalbari: right ascension 22h 50m 0s, declination +24° 36′ 5″ (J2000), in the region of the Pegasus constellation (IAU figure Peg).
Catalog context
Sadalbari. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 48Mu Peg, HIP 112748, HD 216131, Gaia DR3 1876510592179455744. In the SkyKeepsake Pegasus (Peg) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 1876510592179455744
- HIP
- 112748
- HD
- 216131
- gaia_dr3
- 1876510592179455744
- Bayer / Flamsteed
- 48Mu Peg
Also known as
- 48Mu Peg
- GJ 4298
- Gaia DR3 TOP 5M 1876510592179455744
- HD 216131
- HIP 112748
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 3.27