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HD 174959
B6IVLyra
HD 174959 is a B6IV-type star located in the constellation of Lyra. Sitting at a distance of approximately 1,022 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.10, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 92551.
Common NameHD 174959
HIP Catalog IDHIP 92551
ConstellationLyra
Right Ascension18h 51m 36.5s
Declination+36° 32' 21"
Distance1,022 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.10
Absolute Magnitude-1.38
Color Index (B-V)-0.10
Spectral ClassB6IV
Variable StarNo