NGC 6682 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Aquarius. It was discovered by the astronomer William Herschel on September 1, 1784. This galaxy is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, which are characteristic features of barred spiral galaxies. The galaxy has an apparent magnitude of about 13.5, making it faintly visible through small telescopes. NGC 6682 is part of a larger group of galaxies and is often studied to understand the formation and evolution of spiral structures in the universe.