Convert ton (assay) (UK) to mina (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to mina (Biblical Greek) [mina (BG)], or Convert mina (Biblical Greek) to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Mina (Biblical Greek)
1 AT (UK) = 0.096078431372549 mina (BG)
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to mina (BG):
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 0.096078431372549 mina (BG) = 1.44117647058824 mina (BG)
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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Ton (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.
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.