Convert assarion (Biblical Roman) to ton (short)

Please provide values below to convert assarion (Biblical Roman) [assarion] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to assarion (Biblical Roman).




How to Convert Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Ton (Short)

1 assarion = 2.64554714621853e-07 ton (US)

Example: convert 15 assarion to ton (US):
15 assarion = 15 Γ— 2.64554714621853e-07 ton (US) = 3.9683207193278e-06 ton (US)


Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Ton (Short) 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.


Ton (Short)

A short ton (US) is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.1847 kilograms.

History/Origin

The short ton was developed in the United States as a standardized unit of weight for commercial and industrial use, replacing the older long ton used in Britain. It became widely adopted in the 19th and 20th centuries for measuring large quantities of goods.

Current Use

The short ton (US) is primarily used in the United States for measuring freight, commodities, and industrial materials. It is also used in some contexts for shipping and trade, especially in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.



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