Pisces galaxies.
Pisces is positioned where the ecliptic crosses the celestial equator, and contains several distinguished galaxies including M74, the most famously face-on spiral in the entire night sky. The Twin Fish theme makes Pisces a popular dedication for couples and family groups.
Real galaxies in the Pisces (the Fish)
- Phantom GalaxyM74
A perfectly face-on spiral 32 million light-years away — one of the cleanest examples of grand-design spiral structure ever observed. Recently photographed in unprecedented detail by JWST.
- NGC 488
A grand-design spiral 90 million light-years away, often used as a textbook example of multi-armed spiral structure.
- NGC 520
A pair of merging galaxies — the Twin Fish made literal in the cosmos.
- NGC 660
A polar-ring galaxy — an extremely rare structure where a ring of stars and gas orbits perpendicular to the main galactic disc.
Dedicate a Pisces 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 Pisces constellation?
Yes — 4 catalogued galaxies in the Pisces (the Fish) are listed on this page, sourced from NASA/IPAC NED, the Messier and NGC catalogs. Phantom Galaxy is one of the most prominent.
Can I dedicate a Pisces galaxy?
Yes. Pick a galaxy from the Pisces 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 Pisces galaxy specifically?
Zodiac galaxies layer astronomical reality (a real, observable galaxy) with astrological symbolism (Pisces's element is Water, ruled by Jupiter (and Neptune)). A Pisces galaxy dedication is appropriate for Pisces birthdays, Pisces anniversaries, or anyone whose recipient identifies with the sign. It's particularly fitting as a personalized milestone gift.
What Pisces dates does this cover?
February 19 – March 20. Anyone with a birthday in this range traditionally has the Pisces 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.