MHG26046 - Gold Crown: Ness of Duncansby, Pentland Firth
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Type and Period (2)
- WRECK (Post Medieval to 21st Century - 1560 AD to 2100 AD)
- (Unknown date)
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ND37SE 8006 3890 7380
N58 38.88 N3 3.17
Formerly ND37SE 8592
Motor vessel GOLD CROWN, 140 ton, Scapa to a south port. Lost 21 Sep 1942, 2am, Ness of Duncansby, 1 mile from Duncansby Head Lighthouse. East wind, fresh breeze, sea moderate but heavy surf on shore, heavy rain. Tug ST CLAUS (See 8591), had MV GOLD CROWN in tow, tow rope snapped. GOLD CROWN drove ashore and tug ST CLAUS also going ashore trying to take her off. All saved, 36 in all in both vessels. No cargo. MV GOLD CROWN used as a water boat, was being towed to a south port for a refit, and no cargo. Both vessels expected to become total wrecks.
Source; Charles L. Gilbertson, Principal Lightkeeper, Duncansby Head Lighthouse.
HM tug ST OLAVES ran aground in 1942 while towing the GOLDEN CROWN. Both vessels were lost though much of the tug's gear was salvaged.
Source; Ridley 1995
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| Grid reference | Centred ND 3890 7380 (80m by 80m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND37SE |
| Civil Parish | CANISBAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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