The Cone Nebula is an H II region in the constellation of Monoceros. It was discovered by William Herschel on December 26, 1785, at which time he designated it H V.27. The nebula is located about 830 parsecs or 2,700 light-years away from Earth.

Radius: 4 light years

Distance to Earth: 2,700 light years

Apparent dimensions (V): 3 arcmins

Coordinates: RA 6h 41m 15s | Dec +9° 21′ 0″

Constellation: Monoceros

Did you know: The Cone Nebula lies in the southern part of NGC 2264, the Christmas Tree cluster, with which is shares the NGC designation.