Convert drachma (Biblical Greek) to stone (US)
Please provide values below to convert drachma (Biblical Greek) [drachma (BG)] to stone (US) [st (US)], or Convert stone (US) to drachma (Biblical Greek).
How to Convert Drachma (Biblical Greek) to Stone (Us)
1 drachma (BG) = 0.000535408351020417 st (US)
Example: convert 15 drachma (BG) to st (US):
15 drachma (BG) = 15 Γ 0.000535408351020417 st (US) = 0.00803112526530625 st (US)
Drachma (Biblical Greek) to Stone (Us) Conversion Table
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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Today, the drachma is no longer in official use, having been replaced by the euro in Greece.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.
Stone (Us)
A stone (st) is a unit of weight primarily used in the United States, equal to 14 pounds or approximately 6.35 kilograms.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a convenient weight measure for trade and commerce. Its value varied regionally before standardization, and it has been used historically for measuring human body weight and other goods.
Current Use
Today, the stone is mainly used in the UK and Ireland for body weight measurement, while in the United States, it is rarely used and often replaced by pounds or kilograms in most contexts.