Convert pica to famn
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to famn [famn], or Convert famn to pica.
How to Convert Pica to Famn
1 pica = 0.00237649698731992 famn
Example: convert 15 pica to famn:
15 pica = 15 × 0.00237649698731992 famn = 0.0356474548097988 famn
Pica to Famn Conversion Table
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Pica
A pica is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/6 of an inch.
History/Origin
The pica originated around the mid-18th century. It is a fundamental unit in the point system of typography.
Current Use
The pica is still used in graphic design and printing to measure the width of lines of type and the dimensions of pages.
Famn
A famn is an obsolete Swedish unit of length, equivalent to 3 aln or about 1.78 meters.
History/Origin
The famn was the Swedish version of the fathom, based on the span of outstretched arms.
Current Use
The famn is no longer in use.