Convert fingerbreadth to chain
Please provide values below to convert fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to fingerbreadth.
How to Convert Fingerbreadth to Chain
1 fingerbreadth = 0.000946969696969697 ch
Example: convert 15 fingerbreadth to ch:
15 fingerbreadth = 15 × 0.000946969696969697 ch = 0.0142045454545455 ch
Fingerbreadth to Chain Conversion Table
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Fingerbreadth
A fingerbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of a finger, approximately 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The fingerbreadth was a common unit of measurement in many ancient cultures.
Current Use
The fingerbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.