Prins Frederik (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Prins frederik (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		47 24.64 N,6 4.873 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.410667
  • Longitude: -6.081217
Wreck Depth 145 m
Water Depth 153 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NL
Length 106.7 m
Width 12 m
Draught 6.5
Shadow Height 8
Tonnage 2997
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 25, 1890
Original Detection Year 1890
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source other
Surveying Details 22.7.1890 COLLISION TOOK PLACE ABOUT 70M SW X W OF USHANT. POSN STATED AS 470000N, 063000W [WITH VARIATION OF 24.75DEGS W THIS PLOTS IN 473000N, 060000W APPROX]. (SHIPPING GAZETTE, 22.7.1890). 27.6.1890 POSN STATED AS 470000N, 063000W FROM 'MARPESSA'S' ACCOUNT OF THE COLLISION. (LL 27.6.1890). H1310/88/23 22.4.88 LOCATED IN 472442N, 060447W [EUR?]. DCS3 HEIGHT 8MTRS IN GEN DEPTH 153MTRS. EXAM'D USING SUBMARINE 'CYANA' AND RESEARCH VESSEL 'IFREMER'. (G MORIZOT, 30.3.88). CHART AS WK 145MTRS. BR STD. 24.10.91 CONTRACT TO RECOVER CARGO OWNED BY SEASALVE MARINE. DIVING EXAMINATION OF WK TO BE CARRIED OUT IN THE NEAR FUTURE. IT HAS BEEN REPD THAT THE WK IS COMPLETELY COVERED BY FISHING NETS. COMMERCIAL GUARD REQUESTED. (T MATTHEWS, TELECON 23.10.91). 5.2.99 CINC DELETED, MORE THAN FIVE YEARS. SEP 2008/000048875 30.9.08 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 7076 [NC 2008, 1:350,000]. AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Sep 30, 2008

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1882 BY J ELDER & CO, COLLIDED WITH SS 'MARPESSA' IN FOG WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM HOLLAND TO JAVA. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY STOOMV MAATS NEDERLAND. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 47 24.64 N,6 4.873 W.

How deep is the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 145 meters and is located at coordinates 47 24.64 N,6 4.873 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 153 meters deep.

When did the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) sink?

The PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) sank on Jun 25, 1890.

When was the wreck of the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1890.

What country did the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) belong to?

The PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) belonged to NL.

What cargo was the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) carrying?

The PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) was carrying general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY)?

The PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 2997 tons.

What type of wreck is the PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY)?

The PRINS FREDERIK (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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