Convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to pennyweight
Please provide values below to convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) [shekel (BH)] to pennyweight [pwt], or Convert pennyweight to shekel (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Pennyweight
1 shekel (BH) = 7.34580257600012 pwt
Example: convert 15 shekel (BH) to pwt:
15 shekel (BH) = 15 × 7.34580257600012 pwt = 110.187038640002 pwt
Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Pennyweight Conversion Table
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Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)
The shekel (Biblical Hebrew) is an ancient unit of weight and currency used in biblical times, primarily for measuring silver and other precious metals.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Mesopotamia, the shekel was used as a standard weight and currency in the ancient Near East, notably in biblical Israel. Its weight varied over time and region, but it generally represented a specific mass used for trade and taxation.
Current Use
Today, the shekel is the official currency of Israel (Israeli New Shekel), but the biblical shekel as a unit of weight is no longer in use. The term is primarily historical and religious in context.
Pennyweight
The pennyweight (pwt) is a unit of weight traditionally used in measuring precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 1/20 of a troy ounce or 1.555 grams.
History/Origin
Originating in the medieval period, the pennyweight was used in the troy weight system for weighing gold and silver, especially in the jewelry and precious metals industries. Its use has persisted in certain regions and industries for historical and practical reasons.
Current Use
Today, the pennyweight is primarily used in the jewelry trade and precious metals markets to specify weights of gold, silver, and gemstones, especially in the United States and in contexts where precise measurement of small quantities is required.