Observation by Andrew Paterson: 2 day old moon with earthshine

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Andrew Paterson

Observer

Andrew Paterson

Observed

2018 Mar 19 - 19:19

Uploaded

2018 Mar 19 - 21:46

Objects

The Moon

Equipment

Nikon Coolpix P900

Exposure

1s F5.6 ISO 1600

Location

Hill Head Fareham

Target name

2 day old crescent moon

Title

2 day old moon with earthshine

About this image

A view of the thin crescent moon showing strong earthshine. The star to the right is Nu Piscium. This was taken from a bedroom window to gain a good horizon!

Files associated with this observation

DSCN2403 (2).JPG (768.3 kB)

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