What Is This Tool?
This tool converts weight from the assarion, a historical Roman and Biblical unit, to the apothecary scruple, an old pharmaceutical measure. It aids in interpreting ancient and historical mass units in scholarly and medical contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in assarion (Biblical Roman) you wish to convert
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Select the target unit as scruple (apothecary) [s.ap]
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Execute the conversion to get the equivalent mass in scruples
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Use provided examples for reference and verification
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Apply the results for historical or pharmaceutical analysis
Key Features
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Converts mass from assarion (Biblical Roman) to scruple (apothecary) [s.ap]
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Supports historical and archaeological research needs
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Uses direct conversion rate aligned with ancient and pharmaceutical units
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Browser-based and easy to use for scholars and researchers
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Provides examples to clarify the conversion process
Examples
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5 Assarion (Biblical Roman) equals 0.928352807 Scruple (apothecary) [s.ap]
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10 Assarion (Biblical Roman) equals 1.856705614 Scruple (apothecary) [s.ap]
Common Use Cases
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Estimating mass of small ancient items like coins or spices in Biblical and Roman contexts
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Converting ancient weight records in archaeology and numismatics studies
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Interpreting historical pharmaceutical prescriptions and botanical formulations
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Facilitating analysis in historical economics and classical text commentaries
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Comparing ancient units with apothecary measures in medical history research
Tips & Best Practices
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Consider the historical variability of assarion when interpreting results
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Use the tool to support scholarly and archival research rather than precise measurements
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Cross-reference conversions with historical sources for accuracy
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Understand that both units serve primarily historical and interpretative purposes
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Consult specialized literature when applying conversions in archaeology or pharmacy history
Limitations
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Assarion is not a fixed modern unit and showed regional and temporal differences
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Both units are obsolete and mainly of historical significance
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Conversion may be approximate due to limited historical precision
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Not intended for contemporary scientific or commercial measurement
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Accuracy depends on preservation and clarity of historical data sources
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is an assarion (Biblical Roman)?
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It is a historical unit of mass used in ancient Roman and Biblical times for weighing small amounts, varying by period and location.
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What does the scruple (apothecary) measure?
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The scruple is a historical weight unit used in pharmacy and medicine, equal to about 1.296 grams or 20 grains.
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Why convert from assarion to scruple?
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Converting between these units helps interpret ancient mass references in historical, archaeological, and pharmaceutical studies.
Key Terminology
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Assarion (Biblical Roman)
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A historical mass unit from Roman and Biblical times used for small quantities, variable in magnitude depending on era and locality.
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Scruple (apothecary) [s.ap]
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An old pharmaceutical weight equal to 20 grains or about 1.296 grams, used historically in medicine.
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Apothecaries' System
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A traditional weight and measurement system used in pharmacy and medicine, including units like scruples, drams, and ounces.