Great September comet of 1882 (C/1882 R1)

The brightest comet of the nineteenth century, which is notable for the long "antipasta" pointing towards the Sun.

One of the brightest in the last Millennium. She was seen on 1 September by several observers. Until the beginning of March, 1883, it was easy to see with the naked eye, for some time it was visible even in daylight. After perihelion, according to observers, the core was divided first into 2 and then into 4-5 pieces.

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