What Is This Tool?
This converter tool translates weights measured in carats, commonly used for gemstones and pearls, into shekels of Biblical Hebrew origin, an ancient unit of mass significant in Israelite commerce and ritual.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in carats you wish to convert.
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Select carat as the source unit and Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) as the target unit.
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The tool will calculate and display the equivalent weight in shekels.
Key Features
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Converts carats (ct) to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) units.
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Useful for historical, archaeological, and Biblical studies.
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Provides conversions relevant to gemstone weights and ancient trade units.
Examples
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50 carats converts to approximately 0.87719298 shekels (Biblical Hebrew).
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100 carats converts to approximately 1.75438596 shekels (Biblical Hebrew).
Common Use Cases
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Converting gemstone weights into ancient units for academic research.
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Contextualizing measurements mentioned in Biblical and archaeological texts.
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Cataloging artifacts with historical mass references in museums.
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this conversion mostly for scholarly or historical comparison purposes.
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Remember the traditional shekel varied by period and region, affecting precision.
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Cross-reference results with historical data when applying to academic work.
Limitations
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The shekel's value varied regionally and historically, so conversions are approximate.
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Carat is a precise modern metric unit, while shekel values fluctuated over time.
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Not suitable for practical, contemporary weight measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a carat unit used for?
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A carat is a unit of mass primarily used for weighing gemstones and pearls, defined as exactly 200 milligrams.
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What is the historical significance of the Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)?
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It is an ancient unit of mass used in Israelite commerce and rituals, often cited in Biblical Hebrew texts and linked to temple contributions and trade.
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Can I use this converter for modern weight measurements?
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No, this conversion is mainly for scholarly and historical purposes due to the variability and ancient context of the shekel.
Key Terminology
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Carat (car, ct)
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A modern unit of mass used for gemstones and pearls, equal to exactly 200 milligrams.
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Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)
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An ancient Near Eastern unit of mass cited in Biblical texts, approx. 11.3 grams but varying historically and regionally.
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Point
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A subdivision of the carat, where 1 carat equals 100 points, each point being 0.01 carat.