Perthshire Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Perthshire Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 16.01 S,59 32.26 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -52.266833
  • Longitude: -59.537667
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Other
Name PERTHSHIRE
Type barque
Flag GB
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 28, 1885
Original Detection Year 1885
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.2.70 WRECKED ON BLIND ISLAND. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). POSN 521600S, 593200W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

KNOWN LOCALLY AS 'SALMON WRECK' [DUE TO IT CARRYING TINNED SALMON]. PASSAGE PORTLAND, OREGON FOR ENGLAND IN COMPANY WITH THE BRITSH BARQUE 'YARRA YARRA'. BECAME TOTAL WRECK ON BLIND ISLAND. (FALKLAND ISLAND SHORES, PUBLISHED 1985).

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FAQ

Where is the PERTHSHIRE wreck located?

The PERTHSHIRE wreck is located at coordinates 52 16.01 S,59 32.26 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PERTHSHIRE?

The seabed around the PERTHSHIRE lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the PERTHSHIRE sink?

The PERTHSHIRE sank on Apr 28, 1885.

When was the wreck of the PERTHSHIRE discovered?

The wreck of the PERTHSHIRE was discovered in 1885.

What country did the PERTHSHIRE belong to?

The PERTHSHIRE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PERTHSHIRE carrying?

The PERTHSHIRE was carrying metal: concentrate and products,fish.

What type of wreck is the PERTHSHIRE?

The PERTHSHIRE is classified as a barque.

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