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The Constellation Cygnus and Its Nebula

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A mosaic of images covering much of the Cygnus constellation, approximately 20 degrees square, containing many named nebulae. Published in "Shrouds of the Night" by Bock and Freeman.

Image Details
Nikon 180mm lens
SBIG STL11000 CCD
8 panel mosaic
10 x 1hr per panel