NGC2392, also known as the “Eskimo Nebula” (sometimes referred to as the “Clownface Nebula”, although not common) is a small planetary nebula in the constellation Gemini.
It is estimated to be only about 1000 years old.
It is a bright planetary nebula at mag 10.1, and is therefore also visible in relatively small telescopes.
The distance to NGC2392 is about 2.900 light-years.
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| Name | NGC2392 – The Eskimo Nebula |
| Type | Planetary nebula |
| Constellation | Gemini |
| Right ascension | 07h 29m 10s |
| Declination | +20° 54′ 42″ |
| Distance | 2.900 ly |
| Other designations | Caldwell 39 |
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