Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to drachma (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion] to drachma (Biblical Greek) [drachma (BG)], or Convert drachma (Biblical Greek) to assarion (Biblical Roman).
How to Convert Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Drachma (Biblical Greek)
1 assarion = 0.0705882352941176 drachma (BG)
Example: convert 15 assarion to drachma (BG):
15 assarion = 15 × 0.0705882352941176 drachma (BG) = 1.05882352941176 drachma (BG)
Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Drachma (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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Assarion (Biblical Roman)
The assarion was a small Roman bronze or copper coin used in ancient times, often as a unit of weight and currency.
History/Origin
Originating in the Roman Empire, the assarion was used during the late Republic and early Imperial periods, primarily in the Eastern provinces. It served both as a monetary unit and a standard for measuring small weights.
Current Use
The assarion is no longer in use today. It is primarily of historical interest and is referenced in studies of ancient Roman economy and numismatics.
Drachma (Biblical Greek)
The drachma was an ancient Greek unit of weight and currency, used in biblical times as a standard measure for silver and other precious metals.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Greece, the drachma was widely used throughout the Greek city-states and later adopted in various regions. It served both as a monetary unit and a weight measure, with its use dating back to at least the 5th century BCE. The biblical Greek drachma is referenced in historical texts and scriptures, reflecting its significance in trade and economy during that era.
Current Use
Today, the drachma is no longer in official use, having been replaced by the euro in Greece. However, it remains a historical and cultural reference, especially in biblical studies and historical research related to ancient Greek economy and currency systems.