Illustrated London News 1879 vol.76 page 388

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TitleIllustrated London News 1879 vol.76 page 388DescriptionAustralian reports describe the appearance of a large comet with a long, bright tail visible in early February, though its nucleus could not be seen due to haze and proximity to the sun. Observations from Melbourne and Perth noted the tail’s changing position, increasing length, and northward movement, but its path remained uncertain until the nucleus could be sighted. A sketch from the steamer Wellington captured its dramatic display over Queen Charlotte Sound, where it resembled an erupting volcano.Year1879Volume76Page Number388FormatNewspaper article

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Subject (keywords)Astronomy -- 19th centuryComets -- Southern HemisphereNew Zealand -- Comets -- Pictorial worksGreat Comet, 1880 (established as: Comet C/1880 C1)Part of Newspaper CollectionIllustrated London News: New Zealand Content 1842-1902

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