Amethyst Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Amethyst Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 9.597 N,8 41.276 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.159950
  • Longitude: -8.687933
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMETHYST
Type motor vessel
Flag GR
Length 142.3 m
Width 19.8 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 10006
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1974
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 2018
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 3, 2018

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck Amethyst is located off the coast of Matosinhos, Portugal, at the precise coordinates 41 9.597 N, 8 41.276 W. This underwater obstruction, historically recorded by the UK Hydrographic Office, represents the remains of the vessel Amethyst. Following its service, the vessel was broken into two distinct sections, with extensive salvage operations conducted over several decades. Historical survey data indicates that the wreck was significantly dismantled, with large portions of the bow removed during salvage efforts to clear the area. The site is currently documented in maritime charts as a seabed obstruction (ST) situated in the coastal waters near Felgueiras Lighthouse. The wreck remains a significant point of interest for nautical charting, with its position finalized at 41 9.597 N, 8 41.276 W in the WGS84 coordinate system. This location serves as an important navigational reference for vessels operating along the Portuguese coastline.

Surveying Details

15.2.74 BROKEN IN TWO. SALVAGE IMPOSSIBLE. HAS BEEN SOLD, TO BE BROKEN UP. (LLOYDS VOL.207). H4761/74 15.1.75 SHOWN AS STF WITH BOWS LYING 330DEG, 7.85C, & STERN 326DEG 8.45C FROM FELGUEIRAS LT ON PORTUGUESE 61 [1974 EDN]. - NM 302/75. H4761/74 8.9.77 BEING BROKEN UP. LARGE PART OF BOW REMOVED. (PORTUGUESE NM 212/77). NCA. 24.2.81 SHOWN IN 410930N, 084112W [LIS] ON PORTUGUESE 58 [1980 EDN]. NC 3254. 19.6.91 EUR POSN: 410940N, 084112W. NE 3254. 15.10.07 SHOWN AS ST IN 4109.597N, 0841.276W [WGD] ON PORTUGUESE 26402 [INT 1871] [2ND EDN JUN '07, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. NE 3258.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1970 BY ISHIKAWAJIMA-HARIMA HEAVY INDUSTRIES, TOKYO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY PENTELIKON SHIPPING CO. ON PASSAGE NEW ORLEANS FOR LEIXOES. DRAGGED ANCHOR IN VERY HEAVY WEATHER & WAS DRIVEN ONTO ROCKS BETWEEN LEIXOES & DOURO BAR. VESSEL BROKE IN TWO 5 DAYS LATER. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the AMETHYST wreck located?

The AMETHYST wreck is located at coordinates 41 9.597 N,8 41.276 W.

When did the AMETHYST sink?

The AMETHYST sank on Feb 1, 1974.

When was the wreck of the AMETHYST discovered?

The wreck of the AMETHYST was discovered in 1974.

What country did the AMETHYST belong to?

The AMETHYST belonged to GR.

What cargo was the AMETHYST carrying?

The AMETHYST was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the AMETHYST?

The AMETHYST had a tonnage of 10006 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMETHYST?

The AMETHYST is classified as a motor vessel.

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