Rho Cassiopeiae (HIP 117863), a yellow-white supergiant star in Stars

Rho Cassiopeiae (HIP 117863) is a yellow-white supergiant star (F8Ia) in Stars at magnitude 4.51.

Ashland Astronomy Studio October 3, 2026 Star

Rho Cassiopeiae (HIP 117863)

Rho Cassiopeiae is a yellow-white supergiant star in the constellation Stars. It shines at magnitude 4.51. Iron abundance: 0.05 (112% of the Sun).

Sky position: RA 23h 54m, Dec +57° 30'

Spectral type: F8Ia

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