Convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to quarter (US)
Please provide values below to convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) [shekel (BH)] to quarter (US) [qr (US)], or Convert quarter (US) to shekel (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Quarter (Us)
1 shekel (BH) = 0.00100742435328002 qr (US)
Example: convert 15 shekel (BH) to qr (US):
15 shekel (BH) = 15 × 0.00100742435328002 qr (US) = 0.0151113652992002 qr (US)
Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Quarter (Us) 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.
Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.