Ruby (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ruby (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 56.86 N,2 33.24 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.947667
  • Longitude: -2.554000
Water Depth 61 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RUBY (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 37.8 m
Width 6.7 m
Draught 2.7
Tonnage 234
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source other
Surveying Details 13.10.04 SMALL WK LOCATED IN 5856.86N, 0233.24W [WGD]. HAS BEEN DIVED AND IS BURIED TO GUNWHALES. COULD BE 'RUBY'. (K HEATH, TELECON). INS AS NDW. BR STD. 30.3.07 NOT LOCATED BY NETSURVEY DURING HI 1137. SEE [1284]. AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1882 BY J FULLERTON & CO, PAISLEY. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W COOPER & SON, KIRKWALL. ONE BOILER, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 50NHP. SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LEITH FOR KIRKWALL. MINED. FIVE MEN LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

BURIED TO GUNWHALES, SMALL WK

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FAQ

Where is the RUBY (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The RUBY (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 56.86 N,2 33.24 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RUBY (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the RUBY (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 61 meters deep.

When did the RUBY (POSSIBLY) sink?

The RUBY (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 28, 1917.

When was the wreck of the RUBY (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the RUBY (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the RUBY (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The RUBY (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RUBY (POSSIBLY)?

The RUBY (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 234 tons.

What type of wreck is the RUBY (POSSIBLY)?

The RUBY (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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