Convert grain to scruple (apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert grain [gr] to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap], or Convert scruple (apothecary) to grain.
How to Convert Grain to Scruple (Apothecary)
1 gr = 0.05 s.ap
Example: convert 15 gr to s.ap:
15 gr = 15 × 0.05 s.ap = 0.75 s.ap
Grain to Scruple (Apothecary) Conversion Table
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Grain
A grain is a unit of mass traditionally used to measure small quantities, primarily in the context of precious metals, pharmaceuticals, and firearms.
History/Origin
The grain dates back to ancient times and was originally based on the weight of a single seed of a cereal grain, such as barley. It has been used since the Middle Ages and was standardized in the apothecaries' system.
Current Use
Today, the grain is mainly used in the measurement of bullets, gunpowder, and precious metals, and is recognized as a unit of mass in the apothecaries' system, although it has largely been replaced by grams in most contexts.
Scruple (Apothecary)
A scruple (s.ap) is an old unit of weight used in apothecary measurements, equivalent to 1.3 grains or approximately 1.3 grams.
History/Origin
The scruple originated in ancient Greece and was adopted into Roman and medieval European apothecary systems. It was historically used for measuring small quantities of medicinal substances and drugs.
Current Use
Today, the scruple is largely obsolete and replaced by metric units, but it is still referenced in historical contexts and traditional apothecary practices.