Brahms (crater)
Brahms is a crater on Mercury. It has a diameter of 100 kilometers. Its name was adopted by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in 1979. Brahms is named for the German composer Johannes Brahms, who lived from 1833 to 1897.
- MESSENGER mosaic
- Part of the central peaks showing hollows
Brahms at top Mariner 10 image | |
| Planet | Mercury |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 58.32°N 177.36°W |
| Quadrangle | Shakespeare |
| Diameter | 100 km (62 mi) |
| Eponym | Johannes Brahms |
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