Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to pound
Please provide values below to convert assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion] to pound [lbs], or Convert pound to assarion (Biblical Roman).
How to Convert Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Pound
1 assarion = 0.000529109429243706 lbs
Example: convert 15 assarion to lbs:
15 assarion = 15 × 0.000529109429243706 lbs = 0.00793664143865559 lbs
Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Pound Conversion Table
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Assarion (Biblical Roman)
The assarion was a small Roman bronze or copper coin used in ancient times, often as a unit of weight and currency.
History/Origin
Originating in the Roman Empire, the assarion was used during the late Republic and early Imperial periods, primarily in the Eastern provinces. It served both as a monetary unit and a standard for measuring small weights.
Current Use
The assarion is no longer in use today. It is primarily of historical interest and is referenced in studies of ancient Roman economy and numismatics.
Pound
The pound (lbs) is a unit of weight or mass commonly used in the United States and other countries, equivalent to 16 ounces or approximately 0.453592 kilograms.
History/Origin
The pound has origins in ancient Roman and Anglo-Saxon systems, evolving over centuries into its current form. It was historically based on various standards, including the Tower pound and the avoirdupois pound, with the latter becoming the standard in most countries.
Current Use
Today, the pound is primarily used in the United States for measuring body weight, food products, and other goods. It remains a standard unit in certain industries and is part of the imperial and US customary measurement systems.