Diamond (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status historic
Diamond (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 46.532 N,4 11.029 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.775533
  • Longitude: -4.183817
Wreck Depth 3.823 m
Water Depth 4 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DIAMOND (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 39.6 m
Tonnage 490
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source other
Surveying Details HH213/410/06 4.3.02 CIRCULAR AREA RADIUS 200MTRS AROUND 5246.531N, 0411.025W [WGD] DESIGNATED AS REST'D AREA AROUND REMAINS OF 'DIAMOND'. (CADW, WELSH HISTORIC MONUMENTS, LTD DTD 2.3.02). INS REST'D AREA, RADIUS 200MTRS. - NM 2048/02. SEP 2020/000291552 3.12.20 WK LOCATED IN 5246.532N, 0411.029W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 3.823MTRS, GEN DEPTH 4MTRS. NFS (KRY19_02 CHERISH SURVEY DTD 12.7.19). INS DW 3.8MTRS.
Last Amended Date Dec 3, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD IN 1823 IN NEW YORK AS A PASSENGER/CARGO VESSEL FOR A TRANSATLANTIC PASSENGER SERVICE. INTENDED TO CARRY PASSENGERS FROM NEW YORK TO LIVERPOOL EVERY MONTH. SHORTLY AFTERWARDS WAS STRENGTHENED BY IRON FRAMES IN ADDITION TO THE ORIGINAL OAK FRAMES. VESSEL WAS SHEATHED IN COPPER. STRUCK THE SARNAU BADRIC REEF AND SANK. TWO LOST. NEWSPAPERS REPORTED THAT A LARGE AMOUNT OF CASH WAS BEING CARRIED.

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FAQ

Where is the DIAMOND (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The DIAMOND (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 46.532 N,4 11.029 W.

How deep is the DIAMOND (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The DIAMOND (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 3.823 meters and is located at coordinates 52 46.532 N,4 11.029 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DIAMOND (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the DIAMOND (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 4 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the DIAMOND (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DIAMOND (PROBABLY) was discovered in 2002.

What country did the DIAMOND (PROBABLY) belong to?

The DIAMOND (PROBABLY) belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the DIAMOND (PROBABLY)?

The DIAMOND (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 490 tons.

What type of wreck is the DIAMOND (PROBABLY)?

The DIAMOND (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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