description 59 Elpis Overview
(59) Elpis is a main-belt asteroid discovered on 12 September 1860 by French astronomer Jean Chacornac at the Paris Observatory. It is a dark, carbonaceous asteroid classified as C-type in the Tholen system, and its estimated diameter places it among the larger bodies of the main belt. It is named for Elpis, the personification of hope in Greek mythology, as recorded in the [JPL Small-Body Database](https://ssd.jpl.nasa.gov/tools/sbdb_lookup.html#/?sstr=59).
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How good is 59 Elpis?
59 Elpis scores 3.96/10 (Poor) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Asteroid category.
What are the best alternatives to 59 Elpis?
See our alternatives page for 59 Elpis for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: 141 Lumen, 127 Johanna, 41 Daphne.
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Is 59 Elpis worth it in 2026?
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