Cancer galaxies.
Cancer is one of the dimmest zodiac constellations, but it sits in a region with a rich galaxy field between Gemini and Leo. The Beehive Cluster (M44) is the constellation's headline object, but Cancer also contains several deep-sky galaxies suitable for dedication.
Real galaxies in the Cancer (the Crab)
- NGC 2535
A spiral galaxy in interaction with NGC 2536 — a textbook example of tidal interaction between galaxies.
- NGC 2562
An elliptical galaxy in the Cancer cluster, ~250 million light-years away.
- NGC 2563
Another elliptical near NGC 2562 in the same Cancer galaxy cluster grouping.
- NGC 2672
An elliptical with a smaller companion, NGC 2673 — another Cancer pair.
Dedicate a Cancer 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 Cancer constellation?
Yes — 4 catalogued galaxies in the Cancer (the Crab) are listed on this page, sourced from NASA/IPAC NED, the Messier and NGC catalogs. NGC 2535 is one of the most prominent.
Can I dedicate a Cancer galaxy?
Yes. Pick a galaxy from the Cancer 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 Cancer galaxy specifically?
Zodiac galaxies layer astronomical reality (a real, observable galaxy) with astrological symbolism (Cancer's element is Water, ruled by Moon). A Cancer galaxy dedication is appropriate for Cancer birthdays, Cancer anniversaries, or anyone whose recipient identifies with the sign. It's particularly fitting as a personalized milestone gift.
What Cancer dates does this cover?
June 21 – July 22. Anyone with a birthday in this range traditionally has the Cancer 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.