NGC 4862 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 100 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. It is part of the Virgo Cluster, a group of galaxies that includes many other notable members, such as M87 and M86. NGC 4862 is characterized by its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, making it an interesting object for astronomers. Discovered by William Herschel in 1784, NGC 4862 has a visual magnitude of about 13.5, which means it is not easily visible to the naked eye. Observations of this galaxy contribute to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution within the universe.