Shekinah (1885) Wreck

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Shekinah (1885) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 1.751 N,74 46.389 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.029180
  • Longitude: -74.773150
Reported Year 1885
Name SHEKINAH (1885)
Type schooner
Flag US
Length 24.6 m
Width 6.8 m
Draught 1.8
Tonnage 84
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo guano
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1885

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED

General Comments

Year Built: 1869, Where Built: Millville, NJ, Construction: Wood, Home Port: Bridgeton, NJ, Departure Port: New York, NY, Destination Port: Moorehead City, NC, Master: Shaw, Crew: 5, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $3,500, Cargo Value: $2,000, USLSS Station: Tathams, Misc Information: #115018; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the SHEKINAH (1885) wreck located?

The SHEKINAH (1885) wreck is located at coordinates 39 1.751 N,74 46.389 W.

When did the SHEKINAH (1885) sink?

The SHEKINAH (1885) sank on Sep 16, 1885.

What country did the SHEKINAH (1885) belong to?

The SHEKINAH (1885) belonged to US.

What cargo was the SHEKINAH (1885) carrying?

The SHEKINAH (1885) was carrying guano.

What was the tonnage of the SHEKINAH (1885)?

The SHEKINAH (1885) had a tonnage of 84 tons.

What type of wreck is the SHEKINAH (1885)?

The SHEKINAH (1885) is classified as a schooner.

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