Excelsior Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Excelsior Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 34.019 N,1 14.639 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.566983
  • Longitude: 1.243983
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EXCELSIOR
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 64
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 26, 1882
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1882
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SANK OFF GRIMSBY, ABOUT 40 MILES E OF SPURN POINT. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 533400N, 011445E APPROX, FOR FILING ONLY. H2273/87 22.2.88 NOT FOUND. (RACAL SURVEY/GEOSITE SURVEY, HI 381). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 9, 2006

Circumstances of loss

FOUNDERED AFTER COLLISION WITH SMACK 'SCOTTISH CHIEF'. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the EXCELSIOR wreck located?

The EXCELSIOR wreck is located at coordinates 53 34.019 N,1 14.639 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EXCELSIOR?

The seabed around the EXCELSIOR lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When did the EXCELSIOR sink?

The EXCELSIOR sank on Aug 26, 1882.

When was the wreck of the EXCELSIOR discovered?

The wreck of the EXCELSIOR was discovered in 1882.

What country did the EXCELSIOR belong to?

The EXCELSIOR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EXCELSIOR?

The EXCELSIOR had a tonnage of 64 tons.

What type of wreck is the EXCELSIOR?

The EXCELSIOR is classified as a sailing vessel.

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