Astro Photography By Wes Higgins

©2004 Wes Higgins

Theopohilus Imaged 09-18-08, 18 Inch Reflector , Infinity 2-1M Camera

The Information Listed Below Is Provided By Personal Authorization From Christian Legrand Of VMA, Link To Virtual Moon Atlas

Description: Circular formation forming a remarkable trio with Cyrillus and Catharina. Tormented and steep slopes overhanging Sinus Asperitatis from 1200m and supporting Cyrillus to the South-East Theophilus F to the West and Mädler to the East. Very high walls with terraces overlapped by Theophilus B to the North-West. Flat floor. Imposing central mountain 1 400 m high with 4 summits. Line of crests hills and craterlets.

Size: Dimension: 104x104Km / 61x61Mi Height: 4400m / 13300ft Height/Wide ratio: 0.044

Observation: Interest : Exceptional formation Observation period: 5 days after New Moon or 4 days after Full Moon Minimal Instrument: 10x binoculars