Convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to ton (long)
Please provide values below to convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) [shekel (BH)] to ton (long) [ton (UK)], or Convert ton (long) to shekel (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Long)
1 shekel (BH) = 1.12435753714288e-05 ton (UK)
Example: convert 15 shekel (BH) to ton (UK):
15 shekel (BH) = 15 × 1.12435753714288e-05 ton (UK) = 0.000168653630571431 ton (UK)
Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Long) Conversion Table
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Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)
The shekel (Biblical Hebrew) is an ancient unit of weight and currency used in biblical times, primarily for measuring silver and other precious metals.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Mesopotamia, the shekel was used as a standard weight and currency in the ancient Near East, notably in biblical Israel. Its weight varied over time and region, but it generally represented a specific mass used for trade and taxation.
Current Use
Today, the shekel is the official currency of Israel (Israeli New Shekel), but the biblical shekel as a unit of weight is no longer in use. The term is primarily historical and religious in context.
Ton (Long)
A long ton, also known as the imperial ton or UK ton, is a unit of weight equal to 2,240 pounds or 1,016.0469 kilograms.
History/Origin
The long ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measurement for large quantities of goods and materials, particularly in shipping and trade, during the 19th century. It was used alongside other imperial units before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the long ton is primarily used in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries for measuring large quantities of freight, cargo, and in certain industrial contexts. It is less common internationally, having been largely replaced by the metric ton (tonne).