NGC 3766
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| Observation data (Epoch J2000.0) |
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| Constellation | |
| Right ascension | 11h 36.1m |
| Declination | −61° 37′ |
| Distance | 5.5 kly () |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 5.3 |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 12.0′ |
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| Notable features | Easy to view via binocular or telescope and appears to glisten and sparkle like a pearl |
| Other designations | NGC 3766, The Pearl Cluster, Lacaille III.7, Dunlop 289, Melotte 107, Collinder 248) |
NGC 3766, the Pearl Cluster, is an open cluster and was discovered by Abbe Lacaille in 1751-1752. The Pearl Cluster
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