Gold Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gold star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 59.94 N,26 44.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.999000
  • Longitude: 26.749500
Water Depth 350 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name GOLD STAR
Type motor vessel
Flag BB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 11, 1977
Original Detection Year 1977
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 25, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck known as the Gold Star is located at coordinates 36 59.94 N, 26 44.97 E in the Aegean Sea near the coast of Greece. The wreck lies at a depth of 350 meters. The vessel was first reported in a distress signal on October 12, 1977, with an approximate initial position of 37 00.00 N, 26 45.00 E. Following this distress call, no further information was provided by Lloyds, and it remains unconfirmed whether the vessel actually sank at this location. This underwater obstruction is currently classified as NCA, meaning no current additional information is available regarding its structural condition or physical state.

Surveying Details

12.10.77 GAVE POSN AS 370000N, 264500E IN DISTRESS SIGNAL. (LL, 12.10.77). NO FURTHER REPORTS GIVEN IN LLOYDS, UNCLEAR IF VESSEL ACTUALLY SANK. PLOTS IN 350MTRS. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

DISTRESS SIGNAL SENT BY RADIO AT 112200Z. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 36 59.94 N,26 44.97 E
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FAQ

Where is the GOLD STAR wreck located?

The GOLD STAR wreck is located at coordinates 36 59.94 N,26 44.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLD STAR?

The seabed around the GOLD STAR lies at approximately 350 meters deep.

When did the GOLD STAR sink?

The GOLD STAR sank on Oct 11, 1977.

When was the wreck of the GOLD STAR discovered?

The wreck of the GOLD STAR was discovered in 1977.

What country did the GOLD STAR belong to?

The GOLD STAR belonged to BB.

What type of wreck is the GOLD STAR?

The GOLD STAR is classified as a motor vessel.

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