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Originally Posted by Urbane Guerrilla
Actually, it's nearer Mirfak than Delta Pers. Sorry 'bout that. Took a look predawn with Perseus high in the NW, about 1315 UT. Just a big round thing in 7 x 50s, naked eye visible even with the east just beginning to lighten.
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When the comet first outburst it was much closer to Delta Persei. Just a few days ago it was equidistant from both Alpha and Delta. Now it is closer to Alpha Persei and closing in. Check out this thread for position projections:
Will 17P/Holmes occult Alpha Persei (Mirfak/Alcheb)?