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Occultation of Mars

Date:24 Jun 1986 (NZST)
Time:00:20 (NZST)
Title:Occultation of Mars
 
Observed Occultation of Mars

20cm and 36cm Newtonians.
Excellent images of Mars polar cap and markings visible, very steady.
Timings of occultation:
1st contact: 12:50:00.13.
2nd contact: 12:51:38.07.
Spectacular event.
Some photos also taken.

 
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