M-52 (NGC 7654)

On the border between Cassiopeia and Cepheus is M-52, a cluster shaped something like a triangle or quarter moon. It is a rich cluster in a rich region. Often described as "irregular with orange star" (Webb), M-52 does indeed have a conspicuous yellow-orange star contained on one side. This is a refreshing object and worth the trouble to find.

NGC: 7654
OTHER NAMES: M-52
CLASS: open cluster
SIZE: 12'
MAGNITUDE: +7
DISTANCE: 3800 light years
POSITION: 23h 23m +61d 27'
CONSTELLATION: Cassipeia
DATE OF SKETCH: 08/30/76
MAGNIFICATION USED: 70x