Capricorn galaxies.
Capricornus is one of the smaller zodiac constellations, but its position away from the Milky Way's dust band makes it a viable region for deep-sky galaxy observation. Several spirals and irregulars in Capricornus are popular targets for amateur astrophotography.
Real galaxies in the Capricornus (the Sea-Goat)
- NGC 7079
A lenticular galaxy 110 million light-years away with a smooth, featureless disc.
- NGC 6907
A barred spiral 50 million light-years distant — often listed at the Capricornus border with Sagittarius.
- NGC 7103
An elliptical galaxy with an unusually large halo of intracluster light.
- HCG 87
A compact group of four galaxies in close gravitational interaction — a particularly striking deep-sky target.
Dedicate a Capricorn 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 Capricorn constellation?
Yes — 4 catalogued galaxies in the Capricornus (the Sea-Goat) are listed on this page, sourced from NASA/IPAC NED, the Messier and NGC catalogs. NGC 7079 is one of the most prominent.
Can I dedicate a Capricorn galaxy?
Yes. Pick a galaxy from the Capricorn 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 Capricorn galaxy specifically?
Zodiac galaxies layer astronomical reality (a real, observable galaxy) with astrological symbolism (Capricorn's element is Earth, ruled by Saturn). A Capricorn galaxy dedication is appropriate for Capricorn birthdays, Capricorn anniversaries, or anyone whose recipient identifies with the sign. It's particularly fitting as a personalized milestone gift.
What Capricorn dates does this cover?
December 22 – January 19. Anyone with a birthday in this range traditionally has the Capricorn 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.