HIP 72959

HIP 72959 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,045 light-years, HIP 72959 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 72959 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.85, HIP 72959 sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.429.