Convert fingerbreadth to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to fingerbreadth.
How to Convert Fingerbreadth to Handbreadth
1 fingerbreadth = 0.25 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 fingerbreadth to handbreadth:
15 fingerbreadth = 15 × 0.25 handbreadth = 3.75 handbreadth
Fingerbreadth to Handbreadth 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.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.