What is an assarion (Biblical Roman)?

It is a historical unit of mass from Biblical Roman times used for weighing small amounts such as coins or spices. Its exact value varied and it is mainly of interest in historical and archaeological contexts.

How is the denarius (Biblical Roman) used in this converter?

The denarius is treated as a mass reference approximating the silver content of a Roman coin from the 1st century, serving as a monetary unit linked to weight for analysis in historical and archaeological studies.

Can this converter provide precise scientific measurements?

No, since both units varied historically and lack exact standardization, the conversion is approximate and intended for scholarly interpretation rather than precise measurement.

How to Convert Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Denarius (Biblical Roman)

Convert between assarion and denarius, two historical Roman weight and monetary units used in Biblical and archaeological contexts. Learn their significance, uses, and how to perform conversions with this specialized tool.

Assarion (Biblical Roman)

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Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Denarius (Biblical Roman) Conversion Table

Assarion (Biblical Roman)	Denarius (Biblical Roman)

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Assarion (Biblical Roman) to Denarius (Biblical Roman) Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms values from the assarion, a historical Biblical Roman mass unit, into the denarius, a Roman silver coin used as a mass reference in the 1st century. It assists in interpreting ancient weight measures through monetary equivalents relevant to archaeological, numismatic, and historical studies.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the amount in assarion you wish to convert.
Select 'Assarion (Biblical Roman)' as the input unit.
Choose 'Denarius (Biblical Roman)' as the target unit.
Click the convert button to get the equivalent value in denarius.
Interpret the result in the context of historical silver weight or monetary value.

Key Features

Simple conversion between assarion and denarius units.
Supports historical and Biblical Roman mass and monetary references.
Useful for archaeology, numismatics, and historical economic analysis.
Based on an approximate conversion rate aligned with academic sources.
Browser-based tool requiring no installation.

Examples

Convert 10 assarion to denarius: 10 × 0.0625 = 0.625 denarius.
Convert 16 assarion to denarius: 16 × 0.0625 = 1 denarius.

Common Use Cases

Estimating small commodity masses like spices or coins in ancient Roman texts.
Analyzing New Testament monetary references by translating wages into mass equivalents.
Conducting archaeological or numismatic research involving Roman coin weights.
Performing historical economic comparisons of wages and metal values in Roman provinces.
Supporting scholarly work interpreting ancient weight measures in monetary terms.

Tips & Best Practices

Use this tool primarily for scholarly interpretation rather than precise measurement.
Consider the historical variability of both units when analyzing results.
Contextualize conversions within archaeological or textual sources for accuracy.
Cross-reference conversion results with academic literature on Roman weights.
Apply conversions for comparative studies of ancient economic conditions.

Limitations

Assarion and denarius lack exact standardization due to historical variation over time and place.
The denarius’s silver content and weight fluctuated, impacting precise mass equivalences.
This conversion provides only approximate values suitable for academic interpretation.
Not intended for modern scientific or commercial measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an assarion (Biblical Roman)?: It is a historical unit of mass from Biblical Roman times used for weighing small amounts such as coins or spices. Its exact value varied and it is mainly of interest in historical and archaeological contexts.
How is the denarius (Biblical Roman) used in this converter?: The denarius is treated as a mass reference approximating the silver content of a Roman coin from the 1st century, serving as a monetary unit linked to weight for analysis in historical and archaeological studies.
Can this converter provide precise scientific measurements?: No, since both units varied historically and lack exact standardization, the conversion is approximate and intended for scholarly interpretation rather than precise measurement.

Key Terminology

Assarion (Biblical Roman): A historical unit of mass from Roman and Biblical times used to weigh small quantities, with varying magnitude over time and locations.
Denarius (Biblical Roman): A Roman silver coin from the 1st century used as both a monetary and approximate mass reference based on its silver content.
Conversion Rate: The factor used to translate one unit into another; here, 1 assarion equals 0.0625 denarius.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does the assarion represent?

A modern unit of mass used worldwide

A historical Biblical Roman mass unit for small weights

A standardized coin weight in current use

What is the primary role of the denarius in this tool?

As a modern currency exchange rate

As an approximate silver weight reference from the Roman era

As a precise measurement for scientific experiments

Why are conversions between assarion and denarius approximate?

Because the units are based on fluctuating historical values

Because modern scales cannot measure them

Because they are exact and require no approximation

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