Gemini Constellation Art Print

Gemini, one of the 48 constellations described by the 2nd century astronomer Ptolemy, is a Zodiac constellation whose name derives from the Latin word for "twins." The constellation is named after Castor and Pollux, the twin brothers of Greek mythology. Interestingly, the constellation actually looks like the image of twins, with two brighter stars that form the heads of the twins and several fainter stars outlining their bodies.

Pollux, the orange-giant star that is located 35 light-years away, is the brighter of the twins. Castor, on the other hand, is a sextuplet star system that is located 50 light-years away from Earth. In addition to these two stars, there is another noteworthy star in the constellation known as Mekbuda (ζ Gem), which is a super-giant star with a radius that is about 220,000 times the size of the Sun.

Gemini is a fascinating constellation that has captured the imagination of astronomers and stargazers alike for centuries. Its unique shape and notable stars make it a popular sight in the night sky, and its rich history and mythology only add to its allure.

 

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Size: A3 Size (29.7 x 42.0cm), (11.69 x 16.53 inches)

Paper: Cotton Munken Polar 240 gsm.

Features: Metallic Foil

Shipping Package: The Art Print is sent in a thick recycled paper tube, wide enough to keep your print protected. 

Environment / Safety: FSC-C020637, PEFC_05-33-99, EU Ecolabel : SE/011/05, The paper is inspected for Nordic Ecolabelled printing, ECF, ISO 14001, EMAS,  Age resistant (ISO 9706), Woodfree