Nebula | |
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Observation data: J2000 epoch | |
Right ascension | 18h 12m 02s |
Declination | -33° 52′ 05″ |
Apparent magnitude (V) | 10 |
Apparent dimensions (V) | 0.7′ |
Constellation | Sagittarius |
NGC 6563 is a planetary nebula in the constellation Sagittarius.[1] NGC 6563 was discovered by Scottish astronomer James Dunlop in 1826. Renowned observer and author Stephen James O'Meara described it as a "hidden treasure".[2]