Convert handbreadth to reed
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to reed [reed], or Convert reed to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Reed
1 handbreadth = 0.0277777777777778 reed
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to reed:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 0.0277777777777778 reed = 0.416666666666667 reed
Handbreadth to Reed Conversion Table
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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.
Reed
A reed is an ancient unit of length, typically about 6 cubits or around 9 feet.
History/Origin
The reed was a common unit of measurement in ancient Mesopotamia and the surrounding regions.
Current Use
The reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.