# Miniature Spiral (NGC 3928)

Miniature Spiral (NGC 3928) is a galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major, magnitude 12.5, 1.4′ × 1.3′ across.

A 12.5-magnitude elliptical galaxy (E) in Ursa Major, about 1.4′ × 1.3′.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around April, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in March). It can be seen from everywhere north of 41°S and never sets north of 41°N.

At its highest it stands 89° up from 50°N, 76° up from 35°N, 41° up from the equator, 6° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Ursa Major
- Designations: NGC 3928
- Magnitude: 12.5
- Apparent size: 1.4′ × 1.3′
- Position: RA 11h 51.8m, Dec +48° 41′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when Miniature Spiral (NGC 3928) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC3928