Lunar X - 2018 DEC 14

[CentaurZ]

The Lunar X may be seen by telescopic observers in the Americas during Friday 2018 DEC 14 for an approximately four-hour period centered on 18:27 CST (DEC 15 - 00:27 UT). Some western European observers may be able to glimpse the beginning of the event just before the Moon sets. The X should appear as the Sun rises on the clustered rims of the craters Blanchinus, La Caille and Purbach, while a waxing nearly Half Moon graces the sky.

This is something to check-off from your astronomical “to-do” list. Photos and descriptions of the Lunar X would be welcome additions to this thread.