The Sculptor Galaxy, also known as the Silver Coin or Silver Dollar Galaxy, and NGC 253, is an intermediate spiral galaxy in the constellation Sculptor. The Sculptor Galaxy is also a starburst galaxy, which means that it is currently undergoing a period of intense star formation.

Distance to Earth: 11.42 million light years

Apparent mass: ~100 billion M☉

Radius: 45,000 light years

Apparent size (V): 27′.5 × 6′.8

Constellation: Sculptor

Did you know: The RASC Observer's Handbook gives the common name Silver Coin Galaxy for NGC 253; it is also referred to as the Sculptor Galaxy.