Fratelli Fabris (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fratelli fabris (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 2.597 N,5 33.088 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.043283
  • Longitude: -5.551467
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag AT
Length 44 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 550
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo cement,foodstuffs: liquid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1892
Original Detection Year 2002
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source diver
Last Amended Date Oct 27, 2016

Simplified Wreck Survey

The Gin Bottle Shipwreck is a popular local dive site located off the coast of Cornwall, England in the Unitedスの Kingdom at coordinates 50 2.597 N, 5 33.088 W. This underwater wreck sits on the seabed and is frequently visited by local divers. Historical reports indicate the cargo carried by the vessel included cement. Subsequent hydrographic surveys and multibeam data have updated the status of the obstruction, noting that it may no longer be located at its original charted position.

Surveying Details

HH100/351/18 5.3.02 WK LIES IN 50 02.597N, 0533.088W [WGD]. WELL KNOWN LOCALLY AS 'THE GIN BOTTLE' WRECK. DIVED REGULARLY. REAL NAME IS NOT KNOWN. (J ROSEVEARE, E-MAIL DTD 24.2.02 & TELECON 2.3.02). CHART AS NDW. BR STD. HH100/351/18 2.9.02 DIVED BY COLLEAGUES ON 30.8.02. CARGO INCLUDED CEMENT. (J ROSEVEARE/G FURSE, TELECON 31.8.02). 12.8.08 LIES IN 5002.862N, 0532.984W [WGD]. DIMENSIONS APPROX 40MTRS BY 9MTRS BY 5MTRS. POSN AS GIVEN, ACCURACY UNKNOWN. (S CHESHIRE, EMAIL DTD 12.8.08). PROBABLY THIS WK. NCA. SEP 2016/000091765 27.10.16 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY. (MMT, HI 1500). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1875 BY A VILLOVICH, CURZOLA. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY F FABRIS DU GIORGIO. PASSAGE ANTWERP FOR BUENOS AIRES. LOST DURING GALE 5 MILES FROM PENZANCE. 'LITTLE DOUBT VESSEL SANK A QUARTER MILE OFFSHORE IN DEEP WATER'. CARGO BAGGED CEMENT & GIN. (SIBI).

General Comments

KNOWN LOCALLY AS 'THE GIN WRECK'

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 2.597 N,5 33.088 W
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FAQ

Where is the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 2.597 N,5 33.088 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) sink?

The FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 21, 1892.

When was the wreck of the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 2002.

What country did the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) belonged to AT.

What cargo was the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) was carrying cement,foodstuffs: liquid.

What was the tonnage of the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY)?

The FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 550 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY)?

The FRATELLI FABRIS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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