C14 / Double Cluster / NGC 869 | 884

NameDouble Cluster
Designation(s)C14, Double Cluster, NGC 869, NGC 884
Object Type(s)Open Cluster
Relevant Catalog(s)All (Chron), Caldwell, NGC
Obs. Lat/Long42° 17', 073° 57'
ConstellationPerseus
Date and Time Observed2024-10-17 22:13:00
InstrumentAskar V 80mm w reducer f4.8-384mm FL
CameraASI294MC-Pro
Image DetailsTotal integration time was 7m 45s. Exposures 15s@305g, UV/IR Cut Filter. Darks subtracted, no flats. Dithered and recentered in SharpCap. No guiding.
DescriptionI was "practicing" for a star party on October 20th, but looking for a "new" target I could sneak in. C14 was a lucky find. I'm not a huge fan of the Caldwell List, but this is a much better than average open cluster.
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