Convert ton (assay) (UK) to mina (Biblical Hebrew)
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)], or Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew)
1 AT (UK) = 0.0571895424836601 mina (BH)
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to mina (BH):
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 0.0571895424836601 mina (BH) = 0.857843137254902 mina (BH)
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) 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metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.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 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.