Donne (crater)
 MESSENGER NAC image of Donne | |
| Feature type | Central-peak impact crater |
|---|---|
| Location | Kuiper quadrangle, Mercury |
| Coordinates | 2°55′N 14°03′W / 2.92°N 14.05°W |
| Diameter | 86 km (53 mi) |
| Eponym | John Donne |
Donne is a crater on Mercury. It has a diameter of 86 kilometers.[1] Its name was adopted by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in 1976. Donne is named for the English poet John Donne, who lived from 1572 to 1631.[2]
To the southwest of Donne are the three craters Lu Hsun, Al-Jāhiz, and Hun Kal. To the southeast is Warhol.
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Mariner 10 image, with Donne at top -
Oblique view
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