Convert ell to hand
Please provide values below to convert ell [ell] to hand [hand], or Convert hand to ell.
How to Convert Ell to Hand
1 ell = 11.25 hand
Example: convert 15 ell to hand:
15 ell = 15 × 11.25 hand = 168.75 hand
Ell to Hand Conversion Table
| ell | hand |
|---|
Ell
The ell is an obsolete unit of length, originally used for measuring cloth. Its length varied in different countries, but it was generally around 45 inches.
History/Origin
The word "ell" is derived from the Latin "ulna," meaning "forearm," as the unit was originally based on the length of the forearm.
Current Use
The ell is no longer in use.
Hand
A hand is a unit of length equal to 4 inches.
History/Origin
The hand was originally the width of a man's hand, including the thumb. It was standardized to 4 inches for measuring the height of horses.
Current Use
The hand is still used today to measure the height of horses.