Type
Shipwreck
Chronology
No information
Location
Near Farol da Pedra Seca
State or region
Paraíba
Description
Wooden Vessel with copper-sheathed bottom. Main cargo was inkwells, which were found in large numbers and a variety of shapes. Glass bottles and a 30 cm sounding lead (hand lead) were also found at the site. Part of the stern and a circular metal piece are distinguishable. A few meters ahead, a large cannon covered in coral.
Notes
As the vessel is dismantled and in a surf zone, the cargo and onboard structures are scattered over a radius of approximately 50 meters. The cannon is on the coral reef, and the inkwells, as well as the bottles, were found under the sand, which is possibly an area of accumulation.
Source(s)
Researcher's direct contact with the shipwrecked vessel.
Interviews with Wilson Lopes and Coriolano.
Site Environment
Maritime
Integrity Level
Residual
Coordinates
06°57'S and 034°49'W
Depth
<6m
