Open Cluster NGC 2204
History
The open cluster NGC 2204 was discovered by William Herschel on 6 February 1785. He listed it s VII 13 and noted: «A cluster of scattered stars, not very rich, above 15' diameter.» [463]
Physical Properties
| Designation | NGC 2204 |
| Type | OCL (III3m) |
| Right Ascension (J2000.0) | 06h 15m 33.0s |
| Declination (J2000.0) | -18° 39' 54" |
| Diameter | 10 arcmin |
| Visual magnitude | 8.6 mag |
| Metric Distance | 2.629 kpc |
| Dreyer Description | Cl, L, pRi, lC |
| Identification, Remarks | WH VII 13; GC 1391; OCL 572; ESO 556-SC7 |
Finder Chart
The open cluster NGC 2204 is located in the constellation Canis Maior. It is best observed in the months of September to March.
