This is the famous Crab Nebula. Charles Messier, mistaking this for a comet decided to compile a catalog of comet-like objects. This is the first in the list. This object is actually the remnant of a supernova which was observed by Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD!
This pic was taken at the 2002 MidAtlantic Star Party.
| Date | Focal length | Focal ratio | Camera | Film |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2002 | 1260 mm | f/6 | OM-1 | Kodak Elite Chrome 200 |
| Exposure | Scope | Mount | Guiding | Filter |
| 60 minutes | C8 | Losmandy G11 | Taurus Tracker, ST-5C | none |