Convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to ton (short)
Please provide values below to convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) [shekel (BH)] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to shekel (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Short)
1 shekel (BH) = 1.25928044160002e-05 ton (US)
Example: convert 15 shekel (BH) to ton (US):
15 shekel (BH) = 15 × 1.25928044160002e-05 ton (US) = 0.000188892066240003 ton (US)
Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Short) 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 (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.