Aries galaxies.
Aries sits between Pisces and Taurus on the ecliptic and contains a small but distinguished set of catalogued galaxies. The constellation is far enough from the Milky Way's dust band that deep-sky observation is possible — making Aries a good source of dedication-worthy galaxies despite its small angular footprint.
Real galaxies in the Aries (the Ram)
- Arp 78NGC 772
A face-on unbarred spiral galaxy 130 million light-years away with a single prominent spiral arm — a classic asymmetric beauty often photographed by amateur astronomers.
- NGC 877
An interacting spiral pair 170 million light-years away, locked in slow gravitational dance with NGC 876.
- NGC 821
An elliptical galaxy notable for its kinematic complexity and a confirmed supermassive black hole.
- NGC 1156
A magellanic-type irregular dwarf galaxy 25 million light-years away — relatively close on a galactic scale.
Dedicate a Aries galaxy
Pick a galaxy from the list above, then claim it through The Galactic Registry. Each dedication is filed permanently in our public archive and ships with a 12″×18″ archival cotton certificate, hand-numbered with the galaxy’s catalog identifier and real coordinates. From $39 with a 60-day satisfaction guarantee.
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Common questions
Are there real galaxies in the Aries constellation?
Yes — 4 catalogued galaxies in the Aries (the Ram) are listed on this page, sourced from NASA/IPAC NED, the Messier and NGC catalogs. Arp 78 is one of the most prominent.
Can I dedicate a Aries galaxy?
Yes. Pick a galaxy from the Aries list, then claim it through The Galactic Registry. The dedication is filed permanently in our public archive, and a 12×18 archival cotton certificate ships with the galaxy's catalog identifier and real coordinates printed on it. From $39 with a 60-day satisfaction guarantee.
Why pick a Aries galaxy specifically?
Zodiac galaxies layer astronomical reality (a real, observable galaxy) with astrological symbolism (Aries's element is Fire, ruled by Mars). A Aries galaxy dedication is appropriate for Aries birthdays, Aries anniversaries, or anyone whose recipient identifies with the sign. It's particularly fitting as a personalized milestone gift.
What Aries dates does this cover?
March 21 – April 19. Anyone with a birthday in this range traditionally has the Aries sun sign. The dedication doesn't require an astrological match — many people pick galaxies based on the constellation's mythology or aesthetic rather than their own sign.