Convert scruple (apothecary) to drachma (Biblical Greek)
Please provide values below to convert scruple (apothecary) [s.ap] to drachma (Biblical Greek) [drachma (BG)], or Convert drachma (Biblical Greek) to scruple (apothecary).
How to Convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Drachma (Biblical Greek)
1 s.ap = 0.381170058823529 drachma (BG)
Example: convert 15 s.ap to drachma (BG):
15 s.ap = 15 × 0.381170058823529 drachma (BG) = 5.71755088235294 drachma (BG)
Scruple (Apothecary) to Drachma (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
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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.
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Today, the drachma is no longer in official use, having been replaced by the euro in Greece.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.