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NGC 415

Spiral galaxy in the constellation of Sculptor

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NGC 415 is a spiral galaxy of type SB(rb)b located in the constellation Sculptor. It was discovered on September 1, 1834, by John Herschel. It was described by Dreyer as "very faint, small, round, gradually a little brighter middle."

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