Convert scruple (apothecary) to mina (Biblical Hebrew)
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)], or Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to scruple (apothecary).
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew)
1 s.ap = 0.0022688693977591 mina (BH)
Example: convert 15 s.ap to mina (BH):
15 s.ap = 15 × 0.0022688693977591 mina (BH) = 0.0340330409663866 mina (BH)
Scruple (Apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) Conversion Table
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Scruple (Apothecary)
A scruple (s.ap) is an old unit of weight used in apothecary measurements, equivalent to 1.3 grains or approximately 1.3 grams.
History/Origin
The scruple originated in ancient Greece and was adopted into Roman and medieval European apothecary systems. It was historically used for measuring small quantities of medicinal substances and drugs.
Current Use
Today, the scruple is largely obsolete and replaced by metric units, but it is still referenced in historical contexts and traditional apothecary practices.
Mina (Biblical Hebrew)
The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical times, primarily in the Hebrew and surrounding cultures, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 50 grams.
History/Origin
The mina originates from ancient Near Eastern civilizations, including the Hebrew, Phoenician, and Babylonian cultures. It was widely used in biblical texts and persisted through various periods as a standard measure of weight for precious metals and goods.
Current Use
Today, the mina is largely obsolete as a unit of measurement. It is primarily referenced in historical, religious, and scholarly contexts related to biblical times and ancient history.