Convert mina (Biblical Greek) to ton (short)
Please provide values below to convert mina (Biblical Greek) [mina (BG)] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to mina (Biblical Greek).
How to Convert Mina (Biblical Greek) to Ton (Short)
1 mina (BG) = 0.000374785845714292 ton (US)
Example: convert 15 mina (BG) to ton (US):
15 mina (BG) = 15 Γ 0.000374785845714292 ton (US) = 0.00562178768571438 ton (US)
Mina (Biblical Greek) to Ton (Short) Conversion Table
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Mina (Biblical Greek)
The mina is an ancient unit of weight used in biblical Greek contexts, typically equivalent to about 50 shekels or roughly 0.6 kilograms.
History/Origin
The mina was used in the ancient Near East, including Greece and the Levant, dating back to the early Iron Age. It was a standard measure for trade and commerce in biblical times and was later adopted in various forms by different cultures.
Current Use
Today, the mina is primarily used in historical and biblical studies to understand ancient texts and measurements. It is not used as a modern unit of measurement but is included in historical weight and mass converters for educational purposes.
Ton (Short)
A short ton (US) is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.1847 kilograms.
History/Origin
The short ton was developed in the United States as a standardized unit of weight for commercial and industrial use, replacing the older long ton used in Britain. It became widely adopted in the 19th and 20th centuries for measuring large quantities of goods.
Current Use
The short ton (US) is primarily used in the United States for measuring freight, commodities, and industrial materials. It is also used in some contexts for shipping and trade, especially in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.