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Stribor is a magnitude 7.907 star located within the constellation Centaur. The star is part of the NGC 999, a spiral galaxy, and occupies the space within the celestial map established by the constellation Centaur. The star is currently identified as exhibiting a velocity of 21.79 km/s, and is estimated to be around 254.6 light years from Earth. It is known to be a relatively bright star, though not an exceptionally large one in terms of stellar size.
Why it’s recognizable in the sky, considering its position within the Centaur constellation, is its relatively high apparent magnitude. Stars within this portion of the sky will typically exhibit a visible glow around 7 or 8. This star’s location suggests a potentially pleasant viewing experience at night; it’s positioned well relative to the Milky Way, although not exceptionally far away. It's a fairly stable and easily noticeable star.
One sober note on why someone might choose it as a symbolic dedication, although seemingly unremarkable, could resonate with a contemplative spirit. While primarily a navigational tool in the sky, its steady glow offers a sense of constancy amidst the movement of the stars – a focal point in the background. The sheer magnitude of the star means that it’s easily observable, even from distant locations, providing a tangible sign in the vast expanse of the heavens.
How to see it
Stribor has a visual magnitude of about 7.91: it usually needs binoculars or a small telescope, especially from light-polluted sites.
Sky position
Equatorial coordinates for Stribor: right ascension 8h 53m 51s, declination +33° 3′ 24″ (J2000), in the region of the Cancer constellation (IAU figure Cnc).
Catalog context
Stribor. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as HIP 43674, HD 75898, Gaia DR3 713135102814770432. In the SkyKeepsake Cancer (Cnc) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.
Catalog identifiers
- Gaia
- Gaia DR3 713135102814770432
- HIP
- 43674
- HD
- 75898
- gaia_dr3
- 713135102814770432
Also known as
- Gaia DR3 TOP 5M 713135102814770432
- HD 75898
- HIP 43674
Observed properties
- Visual magnitude
- 7.91