Convert finger (cloth) to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert finger (cloth) [finger] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to finger (cloth).
How to Convert Finger (Cloth) to Handbreadth
1 finger = 1.5 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 finger to handbreadth:
15 finger = 15 × 1.5 handbreadth = 22.5 handbreadth
Finger (Cloth) to Handbreadth Conversion Table
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Finger (Cloth)
A finger or finger's breadth is an obsolete unit of length, approximately the width of a human finger, about 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The finger has been used as a unit of measurement since ancient times.
Current Use
The finger is no longer a standard unit of measurement.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.