Sapphire Ii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sapphire ii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 9.93 N,6 6.008 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.165500
  • Longitude: -6.100133
Wreck Depth 115 m
Water Depth 125 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAPPHIRE II
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 15 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 2011
Original Detection Year 2011
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details 13.1.11 SEP 2011/000011152 13.1.11 SANK IN 5809.93N, 0606.008W [WGD]. (STORNOWAY CG, FAX DTD 12.1.11). INS AS WK USC 115MTRS. - NM 580/11.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 2011

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLWING COLLISION WITH M FISHING SILVER CHORD. CREW OF ONE RECOVERED BY SILVER CHORD. SILVER CHORD SUFFERED INFRESS OF WATER BUT ARRIVED STORNOWAY HARBOUR.

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FAQ

Where is the SAPPHIRE II wreck located?

The SAPPHIRE II wreck is located at coordinates 58 9.93 N,6 6.008 W.

How deep is the SAPPHIRE II and where exactly is it located?

The SAPPHIRE II lies at a depth of about 115 meters and is located at coordinates 58 9.93 N,6 6.008 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAPPHIRE II?

The seabed around the SAPPHIRE II lies at approximately 125 meters deep.

When did the SAPPHIRE II sink?

The SAPPHIRE II sank on Jan 12, 2011.

When was the wreck of the SAPPHIRE II discovered?

The wreck of the SAPPHIRE II was discovered in 2011.

What country did the SAPPHIRE II belong to?

The SAPPHIRE II belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the SAPPHIRE II?

The SAPPHIRE II is classified as a fishing vessel.

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