Convert long cubit to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert long cubit [long cubit] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to long cubit.
How to Convert Long Cubit to Handbreadth
1 long cubit = 7 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 long cubit to handbreadth:
15 long cubit = 15 × 7 handbreadth = 105 handbreadth
Long Cubit to Handbreadth Conversion Table
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Long Cubit
A long cubit is an ancient unit of length, slightly longer than the common cubit. Its length varied but was often around 20.6 inches.
History/Origin
The long cubit, or royal cubit, was used in ancient Egypt for monumental construction.
Current Use
The long cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.