M5

M5
M5

M5 is a globular star cluster in Serpens. It is estimated to be 13 billion years old making it one of the oldest clusters in our galaxy. M5 contains an estimated 500,000 stars and spans 165 light years.
Imaged in LRGB at DSOC on our CDK 17
Image Processing: Mike Selby

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