Convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to quarter (US)
Please provide values below to convert gerah (Biblical Hebrew) [gerah (BH)] to quarter (US) [qr (US)], or Convert quarter (US) to gerah (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Quarter (Us)
1 gerah (BH) = 5.03712176640008e-05 qr (US)
Example: convert 15 gerah (BH) to qr (US):
15 gerah (BH) = 15 × 5.03712176640008e-05 qr (US) = 0.000755568264960012 qr (US)
Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) to Quarter (Us) 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.
Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.