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Lost ship's brooch found after 130 years
29 Jun
Summary
- Brooch from SS Citrine, which sank in 1931, has resurfaced.
- It was gifted on the ship's maiden voyage in 1894.
- The item is a poignant link to Scotland's maritime history.
A brooch, once gifted to the first passenger of the ill-fated SS Citrine, has recently surfaced. Elizabeth Anderson received the decorative item on April 21, 1894, marking the maiden voyage of the Dundee-built steamship. The vessel, part of Glasgow's "Gem line," met its tragic end on March 17, 1931, after striking rocks near the Isle of Man.
The sinking occurred in severe weather, resulting in the loss of nine of the ship's eleven crew members. The brooch, inscribed with the ship's name, date, recipient, and giver, William Robertson, has remained within the recipient's family for over 130 years. It was discovered at a vintage roadshow in Fleetwood.
Specialists highlight the brooch's historical significance over its monetary value. It represents a tangible connection to Dundee craftsmanship, Glasgow's shipping ambitions, and the human stories behind lost vessels of Scotland's maritime past.
