Convert fingerbreadth to hand
Please provide values below to convert fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to fingerbreadth.
How to Convert Fingerbreadth to Hand
1 fingerbreadth = 0.1875 hand
Example: convert 15 fingerbreadth to hand:
15 fingerbreadth = 15 × 0.1875 hand = 2.8125 hand
Fingerbreadth to Hand Conversion Table
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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.
Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.