What is a pole in length measurement?

A pole, also known as a rod or perch, is a traditional English unit of length used in surveying, equal to 16.5 feet or 5.0292 metres.

How long is the Greek cubit?

The Greek cubit is an ancient length unit based on the forearm, commonly about 0.45 to 0.47 metres in length, varying by time and place.

Why convert poles to Greek cubits?

Converting poles to Greek cubits helps interpret and compare historical land and architectural measurements from different cultures and eras.

How to Convert from Pole to Cubit (Greek)

Convert length measurements between the traditional English pole and the ancient Greek cubit easily using our online unit converter. Perfect for archaeology, surveying, and historical research.

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Pole to Cubit (Greek) Conversion Table

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Pole to Cubit (Greek) Conversion Table
Pole	Cubit (Greek)

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What Is This Tool?

This tool allows you to convert measurements from the pole, a traditional English length unit used in surveying and land measurement, to the Greek cubit, an ancient unit based on forearm length. It helps bridge historical and archaeological data by translating old units into each other.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in poles into the input field
Select 'pole' as the from unit and 'cubit (Greek)' as the to unit if needed
Click or tap the convert button to see the result in Greek cubits
Use the conversion results to assist with historical or archaeological measurements

Key Features

Supports conversion between pole and Greek cubit length units
Based on historical and archaeological measurement standards
Includes precise conversion rate for accurate calculation
Provides quick and user-friendly input and output
Ideal for land surveying, archaeology, and restoration projects

Examples

1 Pole equals approximately 10.867 Greek Cubits
3 Poles convert to about 32.60 Greek Cubits
Multiply the number of poles by 10.867 to get the equivalent Greek cubits

Common Use Cases

Interpreting distances in historical British land and survey documents
Converting ancient Greek architectural and artifact dimensions into modern units
Comparing dimensions from old property deeds with archaeological measurements
Supporting restoration and museum cataloguing of ancient objects
Relating traditional land measures with ancient Greek length standards

Tips & Best Practices

Consider the historical and regional variation of the Greek cubit's length when using results
Check original document contexts for rounding or measurement inconsistencies in poles
Use this tool alongside other historical measurement references for greater accuracy
Apply conversions carefully in archaeological and restoration reports

Limitations

The Greek cubit's exact length historically varies between about 0.45 and 0.47 metres which may affect precision
The pole's length is fixed but may be inconsistently rounded in some historical documents
Users should be cautious of slight uncertainties in conversion results due to these factors

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a pole in length measurement?: A pole, also known as a rod or perch, is a traditional English unit of length used in surveying, equal to 16.5 feet or 5.0292 metres.
How long is the Greek cubit?: The Greek cubit is an ancient length unit based on the forearm, commonly about 0.45 to 0.47 metres in length, varying by time and place.
Why convert poles to Greek cubits?: Converting poles to Greek cubits helps interpret and compare historical land and architectural measurements from different cultures and eras.

Key Terminology

Pole: A traditional English unit of length equal to 16.5 feet or 5.0292 metres, used mainly in surveying and land measurement.
Greek Cubit: An ancient unit of length based on the forearm from elbow to fingertip, varying historically around 0.45 to 0.47 metres.
Conversion Rate: The factor used to translate one unit of measure to another, here 1 Pole equals approximately 10.867 Greek Cubits.

Quick Knowledge Check

What length does one pole represent?

10.867 Greek Cubits

16.5 feet or 5.0292 metres

About 0.45 metres

What is the Greek cubit based on?

The length of a foot

Forearm length from the elbow to the middle finger

A fixed unit of 5 metres

What is a common use for converting poles to Greek cubits?

Modern engineering only

Interpreting historical and archaeological measurements

Converting metric units to imperial units

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