Cymric Prince Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Cymric prince Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 54.191 N,5 22.93 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.903183
  • Longitude: -5.382167
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CYMRIC PRINCE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 103.6 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 3444
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 23, 1917
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source other
Surveying Details 23.7.68 23.7.68 VARIOUS SUB AQUA CLUBS DIVE ON WK. (BOARD OF TRADE (WAR RISK) TELECON 23.7.68). H3542/68 2.4.69 H3542/68 2.4.69 DWP REPD IN 515410N, 052252W. SALVAGE GROUP TRYING TO PURCHASE WITH A VIEW TO SALVAGE. REPD TO LIE IN NW/SE DIRECTION. (R. EDMONDS). BR STD. H1950/80 12.1.82 H1950/80 12.1.82 NOT FOUND NOR SPECIALLY SEARCHED FOR. (HMS FOX, HI 20). NCA. HH100/351/11 20.6.96 HH100/351/11 20.6.96 BOW ON TOP OF ROCK. LIES IN N/S DIRECTION. PROPS IN 25MTRS. (S J ROBERTS). [WGD] POSN: 5154.191N, 0522.930W. 25.1.13 25.1.13 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (EMU, HI 1365). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Feb 25, 2013

Circumstances of loss

EX-KYLENESS, EX-JESSIE BURNS. BUILT IN 1901 IN SHORT BROS LTD, SUNDERLAND. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE ANGLO-BELGIQUE SHIPPING CO LTD. TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 313 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE MELILIA, SPAIN FOR HARTLEPOOL. STRANDED AND LOST. (SIBI, BOARD OF TRADE & PEMBROKESHIRE SHIPWRECKS).

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FAQ

Where is the CYMRIC PRINCE wreck located?

The CYMRIC PRINCE wreck is located at coordinates 51 54.191 N,5 22.93 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CYMRIC PRINCE?

The seabed around the CYMRIC PRINCE lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the CYMRIC PRINCE sink?

The CYMRIC PRINCE sank on Feb 23, 1917.

When was the wreck of the CYMRIC PRINCE discovered?

The wreck of the CYMRIC PRINCE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the CYMRIC PRINCE belong to?

The CYMRIC PRINCE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CYMRIC PRINCE carrying?

The CYMRIC PRINCE was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the CYMRIC PRINCE?

The CYMRIC PRINCE had a tonnage of 3444 tons.

What type of wreck is the CYMRIC PRINCE?

The CYMRIC PRINCE is classified as a steam ship.

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