Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to mina (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to mina (Biblical Greek) [mina (BG)], or Convert mina (Biblical Greek) to pound (troy or apothecary).
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Greek)
1 lb t = 1.09776976941176 mina (BG)
Example: convert 15 lb t to mina (BG):
15 lb t = 15 × 1.09776976941176 mina (BG) = 16.4665465411765 mina (BG)
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
A pound (troy or apothecary) is a unit of weight used primarily for precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 12 ounces or approximately 373 grams.
History/Origin
The troy pound originated in the medieval French town of Troyes, historically used in the trade of precious metals and gemstones. The apothecary pound was used in pharmacy for weighing medicines and ingredients. Both units have roots in medieval European systems of measurement.
Current Use
The troy pound is still used in the precious metals industry, especially for gold, silver, and gemstones. The apothecary pound is largely obsolete but may still be referenced in historical contexts or traditional practices.
Mina (Biblical Greek)
The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical Greek contexts, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 0.6 kilograms.
History/Origin
The mina was used in the ancient Near East, including Greece and the Levant, dating back to the early Iron Age. It was a standard measure for trade and commerce in biblical times and was later adopted in various forms by different cultures.
Current Use
Today, the mina is primarily used in historical and biblical studies to understand ancient texts and measurements. It is not used as a modern unit of measurement but is included in historical weight and mass converters for educational purposes.