Pearl Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Pearl Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 52.037 N,5 8.695 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.867283
  • Longitude: -5.144917
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PEARL
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 31.1 m
Width 7 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 144
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 30, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 10.2.70 10.2.70 CAPTURED AND BOMBED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 6M SSE FROM THE LIZARD. (WW1SL). NCA. POSN 495200N, 050838W FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 6M SSE OF THE LIZARD WHILST ON PASSAGE PRESTON & FISHGUARD FOR TRURO. (LL WW1). CAPTURED AND BOMBED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 6M SSE FROM THE LIZARD. (WW1SL). BUILT 1875, CREW WERE ALLOWED TO LEAVE VESSEL & LANDED AT FALMOUTH. (SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the PEARL wreck located?

The PEARL wreck is located at coordinates 49 52.037 N,5 8.695 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PEARL?

The seabed around the PEARL lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the PEARL sink?

The PEARL sank on Sep 30, 1916.

When was the wreck of the PEARL discovered?

The wreck of the PEARL was discovered in 1916.

What country did the PEARL belong to?

The PEARL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PEARL carrying?

The PEARL was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the PEARL?

The PEARL had a tonnage of 144 tons.

What type of wreck is the PEARL?

The PEARL is classified as a sailing vessel.

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