Convert quarter (US) to assarion (Biblical Roman)
Please provide values below to convert quarter (US) [qr (US)] to assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion], or Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to quarter (US).
How to Convert Quarter (Us) to Assarion (Biblical Roman)
1 qr (US) = 47249.2052083333 assarion
Example: convert 15 qr (US) to assarion:
15 qr (US) = 15 × 47249.2052083333 assarion = 708738.078125 assarion
Quarter (Us) to Assarion (Biblical Roman) Conversion Table
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Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.
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.