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Sextans

For the Ancient Roman coin denomination, see sextans (coin).

Sextans ("The Sextant") is a minor southern constellation which was introduced in the 17th century by Johannes Hevelius.

Location: right ascension 10 hours, declination 0 degrees. Visible between 80 and -80 degrees latitude.

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