Messier 14
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| Radius | 50 light years |
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| Constellation | Ophiuchus |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 8. 32 |
| Distance | 30. 3 kly (9. 3 kpc) |
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| ID | 2990820 |
About Messier 14
Messier 14 is a globular cluster of stars in the constellation Ophiuchus. It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1764. At a distance of about 30,000 light-years, M14 contains several hundred thousand stars. At an apparent magnitude of +7. 6 it can be easily observed with binoculars.
