Convert ton (assay) (US) to drachma (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert ton (assay) (US) [AT (US)] to drachma (Biblical Greek) [drachma (BG)], or Convert drachma (Biblical Greek) to ton (assay) (US).
How to Convert Ton (Assay) (Us) to Drachma (Biblical Greek)
1 AT (US) = 8.57843137254902 drachma (BG)
Example: convert 15 AT (US) to drachma (BG):
15 AT (US) = 15 × 8.57843137254902 drachma (BG) = 128.676470588235 drachma (BG)
Ton (Assay) (Us) to Drachma (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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Ton (Assay) (Us)
The ton (assay) (US), symbolized as AT (US), is a unit of weight used primarily in the assay and precious metals industry, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United States as a standardized measure for precious metal content in assays, aligning with the metric system but retaining the traditional 'ton' terminology for industry consistency.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (AT US) is used mainly in the precious metals industry for assay purposes, especially in the context of gold and silver purity measurements, and is part of weight and mass conversions within the 'Common Converters' category.
Drachma (Biblical Greek)
The drachma was an ancient Greek unit of weight and currency, used in biblical times as a standard measure for silver and other precious metals.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Greece, the drachma was widely used throughout the Greek city-states and later adopted in various regions. It served both as a monetary unit and a weight measure, with its use dating back to at least the 5th century BCE. The biblical Greek drachma is referenced in historical texts and scriptures, reflecting its significance in trade and economy during that era.
Current Use
Today, the drachma is no longer in official use, having been replaced by the euro in Greece. However, it remains a historical and cultural reference, especially in biblical studies and historical research related to ancient Greek economy and currency systems.