Sovereign (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sovereign (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 20.028 N,4 50.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.333800
  • Longitude: -4.834433
Wreck Depth 49 m
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag CA
Length 61.6 m
Width 11.9 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 1224
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 19, 1890
Original Detection Year 1978
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SHOWN AS WK USC 20MTRS IN 512804N, 045640W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H3804/72 20.3.78 LOCATED IN 512825.0N, 045500.7W [OGB]. (HMS FAWN, HI 41/77 19.9.78). THIS RECORD AMENDED TO DEAD. [SEE 12281].
Last Amended Date Mar 5, 1982

Circumstances of loss

IN COLLISION WITH THE BRITISH SS HIGHGATE. BOTH SANK. 8 LIVES LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 20.028 N,4 50.066 W.

How deep is the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 49 meters and is located at coordinates 51 20.028 N,4 50.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 19, 1890.

When was the wreck of the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1978.

What country did the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) belonged to CA.

What cargo was the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY)?

The SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1224 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY)?

The SOVEREIGN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.