A reed is an old or regional length measure based on the length of a reed plant or measuring rod, varying by culture and period.

What does link [li] represent?

Link [li] is a historic English unit used in surveying, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain, mainly found in 18th–19th century land measurements.

Why is converting from reed to link useful?

It helps interpret historical land records and cadastral data by standardizing archaic lengths into recognized surveying units.

Can the conversion rate change?

Yes, because the reed's exact length varied by location and era, conversions should be verified contextually.

How to Convert from Reed to Link [li]

Convert length measurements from the historic unit reed to the historic English surveying unit link [li] easily and accurately using our online tool.

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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter helps you transform length values from reed, an obsolete or regional measurement, into link [li], a historic English unit used in surveying. It is especially useful for interpreting and contextualizing old measurements in land records, historical research, and surveying data.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in reeds you want to convert
Select "reed" as the from-unit and "link [li]" as the to-unit
Click the convert button to see the equivalent measurement in link [li]
Use the result to assist with historical measurement interpretation or land record analysis

Key Features

Converts length values between reed and link [li] units based on a historical conversion rate
Supports the interpretation of archaic measurements found in old land deeds and cadastral records
Browser-based and easy to use for historians, surveyors, and researchers
Provides clear conversion examples to aid understanding
Facilitates the analysis of traditional measurement systems in various cultural contexts

Examples

2 Reeds = 27.2727272728 Link [li]
5 Reeds = 68.181818182 Link [li]

Common Use Cases

Interpreting historical land records and deeds containing reed measurements
Surveying research using Gunter's chain and related historic units such as link [li]
Reconstructing traditional measurement systems in ethnographic or archaeological contexts
Converting old land distances for legal or cadastral studies
Facilitating analysis of property boundaries recorded with archaic length units

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the local and historical context of reed values due to regional variation
Cross-reference converted values with original records when possible
Consider the historical period when applying link [li] conversions for accuracy
Use the tool alongside historical research to better understand traditional measures
Keep in mind the limitations of obsolete units when interpreting results

Limitations

The value of a reed differs by location and time, so a fixed conversion might not always be precise
Reed is an obsolete measurement and may have inconsistent or imprecise documentation
Link [li] is specific to historical English surveying and may approximate measures when combined with reed units from other cultures
The tool does not provide conversions for other units not specified here

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a reed unit?: A reed is an old or regional length measure based on the length of a reed plant or measuring rod, varying by culture and period.
What does link [li] represent?: Link [li] is a historic English unit used in surveying, equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain, mainly found in 18th–19th century land measurements.
Why is converting from reed to link useful?: It helps interpret historical land records and cadastral data by standardizing archaic lengths into recognized surveying units.
Can the conversion rate change?: Yes, because the reed's exact length varied by location and era, conversions should be verified contextually.

Key Terminology

Reed: An obsolete or regional unit of length historically used, varying by culture and time period.
Link [li]: A historic English surveying unit equal to 1/100 of Gunter's chain, approximately 0.201168 meters.
Gunter's chain: A surveying tool used historically in measurement, where one Gunter's chain equals 100 links.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the link [li] unit primarily used for?

Modern architectural design

Historical English surveying

Measuring plant growth

Why might reed conversions vary in accuracy?

Because reeds are measured in metric system

Due to regional and historical differences in reed length

Because reed equals exactly one meter

What is the conversion rate from reed to link [li]?

1 Reed = 100 Link [li]

1 Reed = 13.6363636364 Link [li]

1 Reed = 0.5 Link [li]

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