What is IC 1396?

What is IC 1396?

I’m proud to showcase IC 1396, the Elephant Trunk Nebula as our “first light” in our new observatory! My mind is completely blow by just how rich, detailed, and clean data is from dark skies.

What type of Nebula is IC 1396?

IC 1396, a large emission nebula in Cepheus. IC 1396 is a large and comparatively faint emission nebula and star forming region over 100 light-years across, located about 2,400 light-years away in the constellation Cepheus. It is energized by the bright, bluish central multiple star called HD 206267.

What type of star is ICIC 1396?

IC 1396 is a large and comparatively faint emission nebula and star forming region over 100 light-years across, located about 2,400 light-years away in the constellation Cepheus. It is energized by the bright, bluish central multiple star called HD 206267.