SS Merida

SS Merida
History
Fate: Sank 12 May 1911
General characteristics
Type: Steamship

SS Merida was a Ward Line steamer that was struck by the steamer SS Admiral Farragut[1] off the Virginia Capes, USA with a loss of approximately $2,000,000 in Mexican gold, silver, copper and jewels.[2] In 1924 the wreck was rediscovered.[3][4]

References

  1. "Sunk in Sea Crash; 319 Persons Saved" (pdf). The New York Times. 13 May 1911. Retrieved 2010-09-11.
  2. "Everything Lost On Merida. Ship and Passengers' Effects Worth $2,000,000, Says Company's Agent" (pdf). The New York Times. 14 May 1911. Retrieved 2010-09-11.
  3. "Treasure Ship Merida Found At Sea Bottom". The Baltimore Sun. 28 October 1924. Retrieved 2010-09-11. (subscription required (help)).
  4. "Purser Says Treasure Ship Carried Bullion and Other Wealth". The New York Times. 3 July 1925. Retrieved 2010-09-11. (subscription required (help)).


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