NGC 1712
Open cluster in the constellation Dorado
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NGC 1712, also known as GC 942, JH 2685, and Dunlop 112 is an open cluster in the constellation of Dorado.[2][3] It is relatively small, and is located inside the Large Magellanic Cloud.[4] NGC 1712 was originally discovered in 1826 by James Dunlop, although Herschel rediscovered it in 1834.[4] Nine variable stars have been discovered in it so far, with three suspected to be binary systems.[5]
Rightascension04h 50m 58.0s[1]
Declination−69° 24′ 24″[1]
Other designationsGC 942, JH 2685, Dunlop 112
| NGC 1712 | |
|---|---|
Large Magellanic Cloud with NGC 1712 marked near the top (north is left) | |
| Observation data (J2000 epoch) | |
| Right ascension | 04h 50m 58.0s[1] |
| Declination | −69° 24′ 24″[1] |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Other designations | GC 942, JH 2685, Dunlop 112 |
| Associations | |
| Constellation | Dorado |
