Convert pennyweight to assarion (Biblical Roman)
Please provide values below to convert pennyweight [pwt] to assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion], or Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to pennyweight.
How to Convert Pennyweight to Assarion (Biblical Roman)
1 pwt = 6.479891 assarion
Example: convert 15 pwt to assarion:
15 pwt = 15 × 6.479891 assarion = 97.198365 assarion
Pennyweight to Assarion (Biblical Roman) Conversion Table
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Pennyweight
The pennyweight (pwt) is a unit of weight traditionally used in measuring precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 1/20 of a troy ounce or 1.555 grams.
History/Origin
Originating in the medieval period, the pennyweight was used in the troy weight system for weighing gold and silver, especially in the jewelry and precious metals industries. Its use has persisted in certain regions and industries for historical and practical reasons.
Current Use
Today, the pennyweight is primarily used in the jewelry trade and precious metals markets to specify weights of gold, silver, and gemstones, especially in the United States and in contexts where precise measurement of small quantities is required.
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.