Goldfinger Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Goldfinger Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 26.533 N,5 23.978 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.442217
  • Longitude: -5.399633
Wreck Depth 35 m
Water Depth 49 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GOLDFINGER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 30.5 m
Width 6.3 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 162
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 3, 1908
Original Detection Year 1908
Last Detection Year 2001
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 4.8.72 FOUNDERED 12M N OF GODREVY ISLAND, ST IVES, CORNWALL. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). GIVES POSN 502630N, 052355W APPROX. 4.5.78 4.5.78 CHART AS USC PA 35MTRS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NC 1178. H2979/74 28.2.79 H2979/74 28.2.79 FF REPD IN 502700N, 052412W USING DECCA. (E.GILES, 16.5.77) - NCA. HH090/799/01 25.10.01 HH090/799/01 25.10.01 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 25, 2001

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1898 BY BEVERLEY & COCHRAN, COOPER LTD., BEVERLEY, FOUNDERED 12M N OF GODREVY ISLAND, ST IVES, CORNWALL. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST & SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES).

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FAQ

Where is the GOLDFINGER wreck located?

The GOLDFINGER wreck is located at coordinates 50 26.533 N,5 23.978 W.

How deep is the GOLDFINGER and where exactly is it located?

The GOLDFINGER lies at a depth of about 35 meters and is located at coordinates 50 26.533 N,5 23.978 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GOLDFINGER?

The seabed around the GOLDFINGER lies at approximately 49 meters deep.

When did the GOLDFINGER sink?

The GOLDFINGER sank on Feb 3, 1908.

When was the wreck of the GOLDFINGER discovered?

The wreck of the GOLDFINGER was discovered in 1908.

What country did the GOLDFINGER belong to?

The GOLDFINGER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GOLDFINGER?

The GOLDFINGER had a tonnage of 162 tons.

What type of wreck is the GOLDFINGER?

The GOLDFINGER is classified as a steam ship.

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