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NGC 1851 (also known as Caldwell 73) is a globular cluster located in the constellation Columba.
NGC 1851 is a globular cluster in the southern constellation of Columba that's easily visible with binoculars. It's an unusual cluster since it was probably a former member of the Canis Major Dwarf galaxy. This dwarf galaxy and Local Group member was discovered in 2003.
James Dunlop, a Scottish astronomer based in Australia, discovered NGC 1851 on May 29, 1826. It shines at mag. +7.3 and spans 11 arc minutes of sky, making it the brightest and largest deep sky object in Columba.
This globular is best seen during the months of December, January and February. From northern temperate locations it appears low down, apart from latitudes above 50N where it's not even visible at all. The object is number 73 in the Caldwell catalogue.
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