# NGC 7243 (C 16)

NGC 7243 (C 16) is an open cluster in the constellation Lacerta, magnitude 6.4, 21′ across.

A large, loose open cluster in Lacerta, best at low power, where its brighter stars stand out against the Milky Way.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around September, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in August). It can be seen from everywhere north of 40°S and never sets north of 40°N.

At its highest it stands 90° up from 50°N, 75° up from 35°N, 40° up from the equator, 5° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Open cluster
- Constellation: Lacerta
- Designations: C 16
- Magnitude: 6.4
- Apparent size: 21′
- Position: RA 22h 15.1m, Dec +49° 54′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when NGC 7243 (C 16) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC7243