Tau
Despite its relatively modest apparent magnitude, Beid plays a crucial role in the observable sky due to its proximity and consistency. It’s easily detectable to the naked eye, making it a valuable target for amateur astronomers and celestial observation enthusiasts. The observed distance of approximately 124 light-years provides valuable insights to distance in our universe.
Some observers strategically link Beid as a focal point for a symbolic dedication, reflecting aspects of quiet observation, timelessness, or enduring significance within the expansive universe.
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How to see it
Beid has a visual magnitude of about 3.97: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Beid: right ascension 4h 11m 52s, declination −6° 50′ 14″ (J2000), in the region of the Taurus constellation (IAU figure Tau).
Catalog context
Beid. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 38Omi1Eri, HIP 19587, HD 26574, Gaia DR3 3196359642878570368. In the SkyKeepsake Taurus (Tau) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 3196359642878570368
- HIP
- 19587
- HD
- 26574
- gaia_dr3
- 3196359642878570368
- Bayer / Flamsteed
- 38Omi1Eri
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 3.97