Convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) to assarion (Biblical Roman)
Please provide values below to convert mina (Biblical Hebrew) [mina (BH)] to assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion], or Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to mina (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Assarion (Biblical Roman)
1 mina (BH) = 2380 assarion
Example: convert 15 mina (BH) to assarion:
15 mina (BH) = 15 × 2380 assarion = 35700 assarion
Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Assarion (Biblical Roman) Conversion Table
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Mina (Biblical Hebrew)
The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical times, primarily in the Hebrew and surrounding cultures, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 50 grams.
History/Origin
The mina originates from ancient Near Eastern civilizations, including the Hebrew, Phoenician, and Babylonian cultures. It was widely used in biblical texts and persisted through various periods as a standard measure of weight for precious metals and goods.
Current Use
Today, the mina is largely obsolete as a unit of measurement. It is primarily referenced in historical, religious, and scholarly contexts related to biblical times and ancient history.
Assarion (Biblical Roman)
The assarion was a small Roman bronze or copper coin used in ancient times, often as a unit of weight and currency.
History/Origin
Originating in the Roman Empire, the assarion was used during the late Republic and early Imperial periods, primarily in the Eastern provinces. It served both as a monetary unit and a standard for measuring small weights.
Current Use
The assarion is no longer in use today. It is primarily of historical interest and is referenced in studies of ancient Roman economy and numismatics.