The concept of assigning monetary value to celestial objects like stars lacks a basis in reality. Stars are immense balls of burning plasma, light-years away, and beyond any conceivable ownership or commercial transaction. Inquiries about their cost often arise from a misunderstanding of astronomical concepts or from the practice of symbolically “naming” stars through various commercial ventures. These services, while popular, do not confer actual ownership or official scientific recognition.
Understanding the true nature of stars and the vastness of space fosters scientific literacy and appreciation for the universe. Distinguishing between symbolic gestures and scientific reality is crucial. While commercially driven star-naming registries offer a personalized connection to the cosmos, they play no role in actual astronomical research or nomenclature. The historical context of naming celestial objects resides with the International Astronomical Union (IAU), the internationally recognized authority for assigning designations to celestial bodies.