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Herbert
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Cornilia
sistership of Herbert
(Steamship Historical Soc.)Restored bell
from Herbert
(Bill Carter collection)The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.
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| Vessel Name | Herbert |
| Other Names | |
| Vessel Type | Lighter (work boat) |
| Owner | Boston Sand and Gravel Co. |
| Length / Beam / Draft (feet) | 128' / 31' / 10' |
| Tonnage | 349 |
| Hull Construction | Wood |
| Propulsion | Steam / Propellers |
| Cargo | Sand |
| Built | 1910 at Noank, CT |
| Date of Loss | August 5, 1924 |
| Reason for Loss | Rammed by steamer City of Gloucester while at anchor in fog |
| Fatalities | None |
| Location | 3 miles east of Nahant, MA |
| Coordinates (Lat/Lon) | 42-25-05 N / 70-51-25 W |
| Coordinates (Loran C) | 13961.2 / 44297.1 |
| Water Depth (feet) | 100' |
| Typical Visibility (feet) | 5 -20' |
| Wreck Condition | Mostly broken up |
| Diving Considerations | |
| Other Information | Sisterships Eurika and Cornelia |
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