description 171 Ophelia Overview
171 Ophelia is a numbered minor planet in the main asteroid belt. Alphonse Borrelly discovered it in 1877, and it was named for Ophelia, the tragic character in William Shakespeare's Hamlet. In the play, Ophelia experiences a mental collapse and dies by drowning, so the asteroid's name belongs to the literary and mythological naming tradition used for many minor planets.
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How good is 171 Ophelia?
171 Ophelia scores 4.65/10 (Poor) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Asteroid category.
What are the best alternatives to 171 Ophelia?
See our alternatives page for 171 Ophelia for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: 52 Europa, 88 Thisbe, 48 Doris.
How does 171 Ophelia compare to 52 Europa?
See our detailed comparison of 171 Ophelia vs 52 Europa with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is 171 Ophelia worth it in 2026?
With a score of 4.65/10, 171 Ophelia is a solid option in Asteroid. See all Asteroid ranked.
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