Convert yard to long cubit
Please provide values below to convert yard [yd] to long cubit [long cubit], or Convert long cubit to yard.
How to Convert Yard to Long Cubit
1 yd = 1.71428571428571 long cubit
Example: convert 15 yd to long cubit:
15 yd = 15 × 1.71428571428571 long cubit = 25.7142857142857 long cubit
Yard to Long Cubit Conversion Table
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Yard
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
History/Origin
The origin of the yard is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the length of a man's belt or girdle. The yard was standardized as part of the English (and later British Imperial) system of units.
Current Use
The yard is commonly used for measuring land, in some sports like American football and golf, and for selling fabric.
Long Cubit
A long cubit is an ancient unit of length, slightly longer than the common cubit. Its length varied but was often around 20.6 inches.
History/Origin
The long cubit, or royal cubit, was used in ancient Egypt for monumental construction.
Current Use
The long cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.