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NGC3115 is a very bright lenticular
galaxy, seen edge-on. Called "The Spindle
Nebula", NGC3115 is about 30,000 light
years across with a mass of about 24
billion suns. Due to its brightness, it
is visible in binoculars and permits the
use of fairly high-powered eyepieces.