Name a Star in the Sculptor Constellation

Located between Cetus and Phoenix, it was described by Lacaille not so much as the sculptor himself, but his studio or workshop. In fact, Burritt later changed it to Officina Sculptoria. Sculptor can be seen in mid-November from New York City. The constellation Sculptor is a southern constellation located near the South Pole of the celestial sphere. It was first catalogued by French astronomer Nicolas Louis de Lacaille in the 18th century and is often depicted as a sculptor’s workshop, with the stars representing tools and equipment. Despite its small size, Sculptor contains several notable stars and deep-sky objects, making it an interesting and meaningful choice for those interested in astronomy. 

One unique and memorable gift idea for someone celebrating a milestone birthday is to name a star after them through the International Star Registry. This organization allows individuals to name a real star and receive a certificate, star chart, and detailed information about the star they have chosen. The named star will not be officially recognized by astronomers, but it can serve as a sentimental and personal token for the recipient. When choosing a star to name, consider the constellation Sculptor. The recipient of the gift will not only have a named star, but they will also have a deeper connection to the constellation Sculptor and its place in the night sky. Click here for more information.

In addition to its stars, Sculptor also contains several interesting deep-sky objects, including the Sculptor Galaxy (NGC 253)his galaxy is one of the brightest and closest of the southern hemisphere and can be seen with binoculars or a small telescope.

Symbol: Scl  

Right Ascension: 12:14  

Declination: -32  

Diameter (°): 19  

Area (square °): 475  

Opposition: Sep 27  

Size Rank: 36th  

Brightness Rank: 78th  

Genitive: Sculptoris 

Major Stars in Sculptor 

α Sculptoris (Alpha Sculptoris) 

β Sculptoris (Beta Sculptoris) 

γ Sculptoris (Gamma Sculptoris) 

δ Sculptoris (Delta Sculptoris) 

η Sculptoris (Eta Sculptoris) 

ζ Sculptoris (Zeta Sculptoris) 

ι Sculptoris (Iota Sculptoris) 

ε Sculptoris (Epsilon Sculptoris) 

κ Sculptoris (Kappa Sculptoris) 

λ Sculptoris (Lambda Sculptoris) 

R Sculptoris 

HD 4208 

HD 4113 

HD 9578 

WASP-8 

Deep sky objects in Sculptor 

Sculptor Group 

Sculptor Galaxy (Silver Coin, Silver Dollar Galaxy, NGC 253, Caldwell 65) 

Cartwheel Galaxy 

Sculptor Dwarf 

Sculptor Dwarf Irregular Galaxy 

Pandora’s Cluster – Abell 2744 

NGC 55 (Caldwell 72) 

NGC 300 (Caldwell 70) 

NGC 288 

Blanco 1 

NGC 24 

NGC 10 

NGC 7 

NGC 7793 

ESO 540-030 

Giant Squid Galaxy – NGC 134 

NGC 613

In conclusion, naming a star as a milestone birthday gift through the International Star Registry is a unique and meaningful idea for someone who has a passion for astronomy. Consider the constellation Sculptor and its notable stars and deep-sky objects as a perfect way to honor a special occasion and celebrate the beauty of the night sky. The recipient will have a special and personal connection to the stars, and a reminder of their milestone birthday that they can cherish for years to come.