Convert pica to fingerbreadth
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth], or Convert fingerbreadth to pica.
How to Convert Pica to Fingerbreadth
1 pica = 0.222222220472441 fingerbreadth
Example: convert 15 pica to fingerbreadth:
15 pica = 15 × 0.222222220472441 fingerbreadth = 3.33333330708661 fingerbreadth
Pica to Fingerbreadth 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.
Fingerbreadth
A fingerbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of a finger, approximately 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The fingerbreadth was a common unit of measurement in many ancient cultures.
Current Use
The fingerbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.