Armantine Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Armantine Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 22.01 S,58 13.75 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -51.366833
  • Longitude: -58.229167
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARMANTINE
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 360
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wine,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1851
Original Detection Year 1851
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Surveying Details

6.3.70 WRECKED ON CAPE FREHEL. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA, POSN 512300S, 581300W APPROX. 12.11.91 LOST ON ROCKS NOW NAMED AFTER HER, IT IS STILL POSSIBLE TO FIND SCENT BOTTLES IN THE SAND ON ARMANTINE BEACH IN MARVILLE BAY. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985). NCA, POSN 512200S, 581330W APPROX FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE LE HAVRE FOR LIMA. LOST ON ROCKS TO WHICH SHE GAVE HER NAME. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the ARMANTINE wreck located?

The ARMANTINE wreck is located at coordinates 51 22.01 S,58 13.75 W.

When did the ARMANTINE sink?

The ARMANTINE sank on Aug 21, 1851.

When was the wreck of the ARMANTINE discovered?

The wreck of the ARMANTINE was discovered in 1851.

What country did the ARMANTINE belong to?

The ARMANTINE belonged to FR.

What cargo was the ARMANTINE carrying?

The ARMANTINE was carrying wine,natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the ARMANTINE?

The ARMANTINE had a tonnage of 360 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARMANTINE?

The ARMANTINE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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