Beta Cepheus

NAME RA DEC MAG SEP PA

Beta Cepheus

21 28.7 +70 34

3.2, 7.9

13.3"

249

In an 8" scope at 49X, the split is obvious, but due to the primary's brightness, it looks much better at 81X. It is a magnificent double. Alphirk is a bright white and the companion is pale blue. Because of the brightness contrast, this makes for an interesting pair.