Aristillus

A young, prominent crater on Mare Imbrium featuring terraced walls and a central peak complex.

Visual Description

Aristillus appeared as a bright, well-defined crater on the dark floor of Mare Imbrium. The crater showed excellent terracing on the inner walls and a prominent central peak complex. The crater’s youth was evident in its sharp features and bright ray system. Aristillus formed a notable triangle with nearby craters Autolycus and Archimedes.

Notable Features

• Excellent terraced walls
• Prominent multiple-peaked central mountain
• Bright ray system around crater
• Young, well-preserved structure
• Part of the Archimedes-Aristillus-Autolycus formation

Notes

• Named after Greek astronomer Aristillus
• Best observed 7-9 days after new moon
• Ray system visible near full moon
• Coordinates: 33.9°N, 1.2°E
• One of the freshest craters on Mare Imbrium