Messier 45, The Pleiades Constellation: Taurus
   
Telescope: 85mm f7 Refractor, ST-2000XCM  CCD Camera Date: November 19th, 2009
   
Subexposures: 20 minutes x  7 Total Exposure Time: 2 Hours, 20 minutes
   
Distance: Approximately 400 light-years Diameter: Approximately 35 light-years