Convert hogshead to cord
Please provide values below to convert hogshead [hogshead] to cord [cd], or Convert cord to hogshead.
How to Convert Hogshead to Cord
1 hogshead = 0.0657958978461022 cd
Example: convert 15 hogshead to cd:
15 hogshead = 15 × 0.0657958978461022 cd = 0.986938467691533 cd
Hogshead to Cord Conversion Table
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Hogshead
A hogshead is a large unit of volume traditionally used for measuring liquids such as wine, beer, and spirits, equivalent to approximately 63 gallons or 238 liters.
History/Origin
The hogshead originated in medieval England as a measurement for large casks or barrels, with its size varying regionally. It was historically used in trade and storage of alcoholic beverages.
Current Use
Today, the hogshead is primarily used in the wine and spirits industries for barrel aging and measurement, though it is largely replaced by metric units in most official contexts.
Cord
A cord is a unit of volume used to measure firewood and other stacked materials, equal to 128 cubic feet (3.62 cubic meters).
History/Origin
The cord originated in North America in the 17th century as a practical measure for stacking firewood, with its size standardized in the 19th century to facilitate trade and measurement consistency.
Current Use
Today, the cord is primarily used in the United States and Canada for selling and purchasing firewood and other bulk materials, with standardized measurements to ensure fair trade.