Convert gill (UK) to tun
Please provide values below to convert gill (UK) [gi (UK)] to tun [tun], or Convert tun to gill (UK).
How to Convert Gill (Uk) to Tun
1 gi (UK) = 0.000148927322567924 tun
Example: convert 15 gi (UK) to tun:
15 gi (UK) = 15 × 0.000148927322567924 tun = 0.00223390983851886 tun
Gill (Uk) to Tun Conversion Table
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Gill (Uk)
A gill (UK) is a unit of volume equal to one-quarter of a pint, primarily used for measuring liquids such as spirits and milk.
History/Origin
The UK gill originated in the 19th century as part of the imperial measurement system, traditionally used in British households and trade for liquid measurements before metrication.
Current Use
Today, the UK gill is largely obsolete and rarely used in everyday measurements, but it may still be encountered in historical contexts, recipes, or specific legal or traditional settings.
Tun
A tun is a large unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, especially wine and other beverages, equivalent to approximately 252 gallons or 954 liters.
History/Origin
The tun originated in medieval Europe as a standard measure for wine and other liquids. Its size varied regionally, but it generally represented a large cask or vessel used in trade and storage during the Middle Ages.
Current Use
Today, the tun is primarily used in historical contexts, wine-making, and in the wine industry to refer to large barrels or casks. It is also used in some scientific and industrial applications related to volume measurement.