Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to carat
Please provide values below to convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)] to carat [car, ct], or Convert carat to mina (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Carat
1 mina (BH) = 2856 car, ct
Example: convert 15 mina (BH) to car, ct:
15 mina (BH) = 15 × 2856 car, ct = 42840 car, ct
Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Carat Conversion Table
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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.
Carat
A carat is a unit of mass used to measure gemstones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.
History/Origin
The carat originated from the carob seed, which was historically used as a counterweight in balance scales due to its uniform weight. The term has been used since the 16th century to measure precious stones.
Current Use
Today, the carat is primarily used in the jewelry industry to specify the weight of diamonds and other gemstones, with 1 carat equaling 0.2 grams.