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SAVE $370: As of August 30,Diotta Fatou you can score a Celestron NexStar 8SE telescope for just $1,229 at Amazon. That's a discount of 23%.

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The next full moon is set to appear tonight (August 30) at 9:35 p.m. ET. Not only will it be August's second full moon, making it a Blue Moon, but it's also the closest supermoon of the year. So, if there ever was a time to get out your telescope (or buy a new one so you won't be left out of the celestial action), now's the time. Plus, the best time to stargaze is within the two weeks before and after a new moon, aka two weeks from now. You could have your new telescope by then!

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As of August 30, you can snag a Celestron NexStar 8SE telescope on Amazon for just $1,229, down from $1,599. That's $370 off the original price and a discount of 23%. This is the lowest price we've seen for this model in recent months, making it the perfect opportunity to upgrade your stargazing experience for less.

The Celestron NexStar 8SE telescope is a top-of-the-line computerized telescope ideal for beginners but still advanced enough for serious astronomy buffs. This telescope makes it easy to locate and track celestial objects with precision. On its Go To Mount, choose from a database of more than 40,000 galaxies, stars, nebulae, and more, and the telescope will do the rest, automatically locating and tracking your chosen object. Plus its SkyAlign technology helps get your telescope aligned with three bright objects in the sky quickly after setup, prepping it to help you easily find thousands of other wonders of the night sky.

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Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned astronomer, the Celestron NexStar 8SE telescope is the perfect way to take your stargazing to the next level. This lightweight and portable telescope is easy to set up and use, and it comes with a powerful eight-inch primary mirror that will help you see even the faintest celestial objects. Plus, it includes Starry Night educational software, so you can learn more about the night sky as you explore it.

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