Star Of Scotia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Star of scotia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 19.91 S,59 18.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.331833
  • Longitude: -59.301000
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name STAR OF SCOTIA
Type barque
Flag GB
Length 64.6 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 6.7
Tonnage 999
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 27, 1887
Original Detection Year 1887
Original Source other
Surveying Details 2.3.70 LOST OFF BULL POINT. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN 521954S, 591748W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

27.4.87 LEFT SAN FRANCISCO ON 27.4.87 FOR QUEENSTOWN & WAS LOST OFF BULL POINT WITH THE LOSS OF NINE LIVES. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the STAR OF SCOTIA wreck located?

The STAR OF SCOTIA wreck is located at coordinates 52 19.91 S,59 18.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the STAR OF SCOTIA?

The seabed around the STAR OF SCOTIA lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the STAR OF SCOTIA sink?

The STAR OF SCOTIA sank on Jun 27, 1887.

When was the wreck of the STAR OF SCOTIA discovered?

The wreck of the STAR OF SCOTIA was discovered in 1887.

What country did the STAR OF SCOTIA belong to?

The STAR OF SCOTIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the STAR OF SCOTIA?

The STAR OF SCOTIA had a tonnage of 999 tons.

What type of wreck is the STAR OF SCOTIA?

The STAR OF SCOTIA is classified as a barque.