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Circinus

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Name:	Circinus SUR-sin-us
Meaning:	Compasses
Abbreviation:	Cir
Genitive:	Circini
Visible in Latitudes:	20° thru -90°
Viewing Season:	Spring
Best Seen In:	June, 9:00 pm
Transit Date:	May 3
Right Ascension:	15.08 hours
Declination:	-59.0 degrees
Area:	93.353 sq. degrees

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Star Diagram: Circinus

About Circinus

Circinus was named by Abbé Nicolas Louis de Lacaille during his stay at the Cape of Good Hope between 1751 and 1752.

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Last Updated: December 8, 2000