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NGC 5466

Star cluster
NGC 5466 is a class XII globular cluster in the constellation Boötes. Located 51,800 light years from Earth and 52,800 light years from the Galactic Center, it was discovered by William Herschel on May 17, 1784, as H VI.9. Wikipedia
Magnitude: 10.5
Constellation: Boötes
Distance: 51.9 kly (15.9 kpc)
Estimated age: 13.57 Gyr
Metallicity: = –2.20 dex