Convert ton (assay) (UK) to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to ton (assay) (UK).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 AT (UK) = 25.2061853098043 s.ap
Example: convert 15 AT (UK) to s.ap:
15 AT (UK) = 15 × 25.2061853098043 s.ap = 378.092779647065 s.ap
Ton (Assay) (Uk) to Scruple (Apothecary) 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metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.
Scruple (Apothecary)
A scruple (s.ap) is an old unit of weight used in apothecary measurements, equivalent to 1.3 grains or approximately 1.3 grams.
History/Origin
The scruple originated in ancient Greece and was adopted into Roman and medieval European apothecary systems. It was historically used for measuring small quantities of medicinal substances and drugs.
Current Use
Today, the scruple is largely obsolete and replaced by metric units, but it is still referenced in historical contexts and traditional apothecary practices.