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[saberscorpx]

Saber's Beads is the Lunar phenomenon caused by sunlight illuminating disconnected mountainous regions along our moon's thin crescent limb.
This necklace of staggered brightness peaks- predominantly seen within 18-22 hours of New Moon- bears a striking resemblance to the beautiful 'string of pearls' effect observed during a total solar eclipse.
Luna's rugged topography, distance, and constant libration will also vary the Beads' appearance, which is further enhanced by associated low-altitude scintillation.

The shimmering Lunar necklace of Saber's Beads is represented well in this infant crescent image taken by Jerry Lodriguss:

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Nice place you've got here, btw.

Stephen

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[Chicago Astronomer - Astro Joe]

Stephen,

Thanks for your first post and joining the Chicago Astronomer family.

I have observed the beads over the years, and less often observed quick flashes as the suns rays shine thru the valleys and peaks of the lunar lanscape. Many don't believe that such "movement" of light is observable, but unless two or more are watching the Moon thru different telescopes at the same time, hard to share.

Quite cool and thanks for sharing...

[saberscorpx]

Thanks, Joe.

Whenever I'm in Chicago I never pass up a chance to visit the Adler.
It's like the stargazer's equivalent to Disneyland.


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[Chicago Astronomer - Astro Joe]

Let me know when you are in Chicago again, and we will meet up at the Adler. I'll show you around and treat you to a couple of shows...

[saberscorpx]

I'll keep that most generous offer in mind, Joe.

Thanks.


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