Convert long reed to rod
Please provide values below to convert long reed [long reed] to rod [rd], or Convert rod to long reed.
How to Convert Long Reed to Rod
1 long reed = 0.636363636363636 rd
Example: convert 15 long reed to rd:
15 long reed = 15 Γ 0.636363636363636 rd = 9.54545454545454 rd
Long Reed to Rod Conversion Table
long reed | rod |
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Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.