Old Moon close to Perigee September 12 2009 Amateur Astronomy Picture of the Day

September 12 2009 Old Moon close to Perigee

The early wake up was well rewarded as the sight of the 2% waning crescent Moon was breathtaking! The age of our natural satellite was just one day before “new moon” and just one hour before Perigee. Photo details: Canon EOS 1000d, exp: 2.5 sec; F/4: ISO 400 By: Stefano De Rosa Web site: http://ofpink.wordpress.com/
Submitted by: Stefano De Rosa (Mirphak)	Location: Isola d' Elba	Date: August 19 2009

2009-09-12 00:11:06 GMT LouisS

A crescent moon over a body of water. It doesn't get any better. Nice shot!

2009-09-12 05:31:51 GMT ak666666

Although there is more earth in this picture than astronomy, it is nevertheless a remarkably beautiful picture. Superb!!!

2009-09-12 15:26:31 GMT Mirphak

Many thanks for your comments!

Stefano

2009-10-02 13:28:43 GMT ak666666

This is a picture I can place on the wall of my bedroom or sitting room. Ali

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September 12 2009