The Heart Nebula, IC1805 (also known as Sh2-190) lies about 7.500 light years away from our planet, and is located in the Perseus arm of our galaxy.
The nebula has a diameter of approx. 200 light years and can be found in the constellation Cassiopeia.
New stars are born in the center of this nebula, forming a small star cluster known as Melotte 15.
The bright knot of nebulosity at upper right is known as NGC896.
This nebula is the western neighbor of IC1848 (The Soul Nebula).
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Previous/older images:
Oct 23, 2011 – ST-8300M (80mm TMB-4h30m)
Oct 23, 2011 – ST-8300M (80mm TMB-4h30m)
Sep 29, 2009 – Canon 350D (80mm TMB-2h55m)
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| Name | IC1805– The Heart Nebula |
| Type | Emission nebula |
| Constellation | Cassiopeia |
| Right ascension | 02h 32m 36s |
| Declination | +61° 29′ 02″ |
| Distance | 7.500 ly |
| Other designations | Sh2-190 |
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