SkyKeepsake page about the star Helvetios
Helvetios is a relatively small star in the constellation Peg, located approximately 50.64 light years from earth. It has a magnitude of 5.283, making it easily visible under dark skies. The star's current designation is Gaia 2835207319109249920.
Helvetio is notable for being a triple star system, with a companion star and a third, fainter star close by. Its recognizable characteristics lie within the orbit of this system, as defined in catalog data. It’s a relatively close star compared to those that require greater distance, allowing its unique characteristics to shine through. It exhibits a measurable proper motion, with a variation of about 207.3 mas per year; thus, its position in the sky is constantly shifting.
Given its location and relative brightness, the star represents a symbolic focal point, perhaps denoting a lasting connection to a past place or event. It evokes qualities associated with geographic precision and a watchful, enduring presence. A small, dedicated presence can mark a beginning to an endeavor, representing longevity - essentially, permanence in the heavens.
How to see it
Helvetios has a visual magnitude of about 5.28: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Helvetios: right ascension 22h 57m 28s, declination +20° 46′ 9″ (J2000), in the region of the Pegasus constellation (IAU figure Peg).
Catalog context
Helvetios. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 51 Peg, HIP 113357, HD 217014, Gaia DR3 2835207319109249920. In the SkyKeepsake Pegasus (Peg) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 2835207319109249920
- HIP
- 113357
- HD
- 217014
- gaia_dr3
- 2835207319109249920
- Bayer / Flamsteed
- 51 Peg
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 5.28