Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to ton (assay) (UK)
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)], or Convert ton (assay) (UK) to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Assay) (Uk)
1 gerah (BH) = 0.0174857142857143 AT (UK)
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to AT (UK):
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 0.0174857142857143 AT (UK) = 0.262285714285714 AT (UK)
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Assay) (Uk) Conversion Table
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Gerah (Biblical Hebrew)
The gerah is a biblical Hebrew unit of weight, traditionally used for measuring small quantities such as precious metals and spices.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Israel, the gerah was used during biblical times as a standard weight unit, often referenced in religious texts and transactions. It is believed to be approximately 0.65 grams.
Current Use
Today, the gerah is primarily of historical and biblical interest, with limited modern application. It is used in scholarly contexts and for understanding ancient measurements and texts.
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metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.