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The New Comet! Discovered on Sunday last, September, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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The New Comet! Discovered on Sunday last, September, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The New Comet! Discovered on Sunday last, September, 1844. The comet was discovered by...Mr. Melhop, of Hamburgh...We lost no time in endeavouring to procure for our readers a correct drawing of its appearance, but owing to the continuance of cloudy and hazy weather, we were not able till late on Wednesday night to get a view of sufficient clearness for the purpose. At that time, favoured by the assistance of Sir James South, and the use of his powerful instruments, we succeeded in getting the sight from which the accompanying cut has been made. The comet appeared to be composed of a brilliant well defined nucleus, four or five seconds diameter, and a broad luminous tail of about two degrees in length. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I
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The New Comet! Discovered on Sunday last, September 1844
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. This print captures the awe-inspiring sight of a newly discovered comet that graced the skies in September of 1844. The credit for this remarkable discovery goes to Mr. Melhop, an avid astronomer from Hamburgh. The diligent efforts of the press were immediately set into motion to bring forth an accurate depiction of this celestial wonder for their readers. However, adverse weather conditions hindered their progress until late Wednesday night when Sir James South's invaluable assistance and powerful instruments finally allowed them a clear view. The engraving before us showcases the ethereal beauty of this newfound comet with utmost precision. Its nucleus shines brilliantly, measuring four or five seconds in diameter, while its luminous tail stretches across two degrees in length. As we gaze upon this historic image sourced from "Illustrated London News" we are transported back to a time when scientific discoveries ignited curiosity and wonder among Victorian society. This print serves as a testament to humanity's unyielding quest for knowledge about our vast universe. Let us marvel at the dedication and ingenuity displayed by those who sought to capture such natural phenomena through artistry and science alike. And may it remind us that even amidst cloudy skies, there is always room for clarity and enlightenment if we persevere with unwavering determination.
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