IC 59 & IC 63

 

Object Type: Emission & Reflection Nebulae
Scope: C-9.25" SCT
Exposure 45 minutes

 

 

IC 59 and IC 63 are a combination of emission and reflection nebulae.

The blue reflection portion of the nebulosity is illuminated by the light of Gamma Cassiopeiae.

 

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