3.47
Apparent Mag258
Distance (ly)M0III
Spectral Type3,800
Temperature (K)Gamma Sagittae is the brightest star in Sagitta despite its Gamma designation, a red giant.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude3.47
Absolute Magnitude-1.11
Distance258 light-years
Spectral TypeM0III
Temperature3,800 K
Luminosity640 L☉
Radius54 R☉
Mass2 M☉
Right Ascension19h 58m 45.4s
Declination+19° 29′ 32.0″
ConstellationSagitta
Notable Facts
- Despite its Gamma designation, it is the brightest star in Sagitta
- It is an M-type giant star
- Sagitta the Arrow is one of the smallest constellations