Qin in Astronomy
Qin is represented by two stars, Theta Capricorni (pinyin: Qín yī; literally "First Star of Qin") and 30 Capricorni (pinyin: Qín èr; literally "Second Star of Qin"), in Twelve States asterism. Qin is also represented by the star Delta Serpentis in asterism Right Wall, Heavenly Market enclosure (see Chinese constellation).
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