NGC 1002 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 200 million light-years away in the constellation Perseus. It is part of the Abell 426 galaxy cluster and is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms. Discovered by astronomer William Herschel in 1786, NGC 1002 has a visual magnitude of about 14.5, making it faint and challenging to observe without a telescope. Its structure and composition provide valuable insights into the formation and evolution of galaxies in the universe.