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Messier 38

Messier 38 or M38, also known as NGC 1912 or Starfish Cluster, is an open cluster of stars in the constellation of Auriga. It was discovered by Giovanni Batista Hodierna before 1654 and independently found by Le Gentil in 1749. Wikipedia
Distance to Earth: 3,477 light years
Absolute magnitude: -1.5
Radius: 13.046 light years
Apparent magnitude (V): 7.4
Declination: +35° 51′ 18″
Right ascension: 05h 28m 43s
Apparent dimensions (V): 21′