The list below shows the International Astronomical Union (IAU) conventions for constellation names. Given for each constellation is the Latin name, nominative and genitive, as well as the approved three-letter abbreviation. The abbreviation is what is generally used in AAVSO applications.
AAVSO finder charts for some of these constellations may be found here.
All of the following material was taken directly from William Tyler Olcott's book entitled Star Lore of All Ages, published in 1911 by The Knickerbocker Press. William Tyler Olcott was the founder of the AAVSO in 1911.
AAVSO Visual Observing Manual
This is the 'official' handbook for AAVSO observers. You can view it online or download it for FREE!
Guide to CCD/CMOS Photometry
A handbook designed for the beginning CCD and CMOS camera observers.
