M1 - Crab Nebula

This object is actually the remnant of a supernova which was observed by Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD.

Date:	10/21/2011
Location:	Burnsville, NC
Optics:	Meade 10" LX200R, 2800mm f/11
Exposure:	450 min (7.5 hours)
Camera:	SBIG STL-11000M
Mount:	Losmandy G11