Naming a Star
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Over the years I have bought my little sis (she is 43) Christmas presents that have got sister on. mugs, candles photo frames and things like that
Now I have looked in to one of the gifts where you name a star,
my sister is in to astrology if that's right moon and stars... and has loads of telescopes
Now would it be tacky to buy one of these as I know you don't pick a star only name it
I would be grateful for people's opinions and if anyone has bought one
I would think if she’s into astrology then she would love it, I personally wouldn’t like it but I’m not into that sort of thing..
When my granddaughter was born my ex named a star for her and my daughter was over the moon with such a novel idea.
I think it’s a wonderful idea especially if she is into astrology not tacky at all and I’m sure your sister will appreciate the gesture.
Sounds more like astronomy that astrology (horoscopes). Is it officially recognised as the name of the star? I thought you had to discover them to name them. I'm thinking this is only a registry held by the company offering the service and not related to the actual name of the star officially most of which are just a sequence of numbers.
Personally I can't see why there isn't a worldwide registry that officially accepts such naming. The money could go to good causes. I don't see much point in independent registration of star names myself that aren't used by astronomers but just filed somewhere.
No but it’s a cute different gift. I heard you can also buy a tiny plot of land from somewhere and it gives you the title of lady
I think it's a complete waste of money personally. You could name a star yourself without paying anyone! Print out a certificate job done ! Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. Why not take her somewhere instead?
Not sure how can it be legit to name a star...Usually people name them, when they discover them.
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