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Tag Archives: M89

Messier 89 (NGC 4552): A Cosmic Billiard Ball in Virgo

A photograph showing the Messier 89 galaxy in Virgo

Learn about Messier 89 and its unique appearance, historical notes, and a backyard sketch of Virgo’s unique cosmic billiard ball through an 8-inch scope.

Posted byWayne McGrawJune 10, 2026Posted inGalaxies, Messier Objects, Top ObjectTags:Elliptical Galaxy, M89, Messier 89, NGC 4552, Spring, VirgoLeave a comment on Messier 89 (NGC 4552): A Cosmic Billiard Ball in Virgo

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