1991 LC1. Discovered 1991 June 15 by E. F. Helin at Palomar.
Named in honor of Pina Toscano Blanco, regular “accompanying person” at astronomical meetings during the last 25 years. Her continuous presence has made her a supporting member of the “wives’ committees” that do so much to improve such meetings. (M 28090)
Name suggested by Pina’s husband Carlo Blanco {see planet (4478)}, with the blessing of the discoverer.
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(2003). (6521) Pina. In: Dictionary of Minor Planet Names. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-29925-7_5923
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