How Much Does it Cost to Buy a Star

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How much does it cost to buy a star? If the truth were told, they simply cannot be bought. However, naming a star is a popular gift for loved ones. Read on to find out why stars cannot be bought and how to go about naming one.

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I Want to Buy a Star!

Even millionaires and billionaires cannot afford to buy stars and name them. The simple reason is that it would be too confusing to let just anyone name a star, especially since stars can be seen from every corner of the earth. That means that stars would be in every language imaginable. This would make it very difficult for astronomers to keep all of the discovered stars in a database that everyone could understand. Instead, stars are assigned coordinates in the sky.

Stars Cannot Be Bought

Since there are no laws specifically against it, people continue to buy and sell certificates stating that they have named a star. It is, however, against the law for anyone selling these name certificates to state that they are affiliated with, sanctioned by or do business with the IAU (Internatnional Astonomical Union). If you ask someone at the IAU “how much does it cost to buy a star,” your answer will undoubtedly be “a star cannot be bought.” Period.

Star Name Certificates

Many people are familiar with naming a star, as there are many businesses that sell the certificates. What you need to know is that these businesses are not affiliated, no matter what they claim, with the International Astronomical Union. The International Astronomical Union is a scientific enterprise and does not engage in the selling of stars or star names. In fact, they try to discourage people from throwing down their hard earned money on these certificates.

The IAU does not recognize the names that are given for any of the stars named by such enterprises. The stars that have been discovered thus far by scientists are simply given a coordinate number and will remain as such.

How Much Does it Cost to Buy a Star Name?

If you are bound and determined to purchase the name of a star, you can still do so. It will cost you for the privilege, but for some, it is a fun gift that may lead to star gazing. A great companion gift to the star certificate is a telescope. Studying the stars can be a great hobby that can be enjoyed by everyone.

The following businesses keep a database of the discovered stars in our solar system and will offer you a certificate with a star that has been named by you:

Buyers should also be aware that most of these businesses keep separate databases from each other--your star could actually be owned by many different people at the same time.

Star Gifts

If you have already purchased a star name for someone you love, take heart. It is the thought that counts with this type of gift, and it will certainly be remembered as a very unique one. Star names are nice gifts for birthdays, weddings or anniversaries. The prices are reasonable for this type of gift, and the certificates are usually presented in a keepsake frame. They also will come with a celestial map so that your star, no matter how small, can be located in the sky. It is important to note that many stars are so small that they cannot be seen with the naked eye. Some stars that are closer to the earth are still hard to see, even with a high-powered telescope.

Before you buy a star name for someone, be sure to check the business’ website for return information. In most cases, the certificate can be returned for a full refund.

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