What Is This Tool?
This online converter transforms values from centigrams, a small metric mass unit, into mina (Biblical Hebrew), an ancient Near Eastern unit of weight. It is valuable for bridging modern measurement units with historic and archaeological weight standards.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the mass value in centigrams into the input field.
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Select centigram [cg] as the unit to convert from.
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Choose mina (Biblical Hebrew) as the unit to convert to.
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent value in mina.
Key Features
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Converts centigrams to mina (Biblical Hebrew) using established conversion rates.
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Suitable for applications in archaeology, numismatics, and biblical research.
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Browser-based and easy-to-use without any software installation.
Examples
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100 centigrams equal approximately 0.00175439 mina.
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5000 centigrams convert to about 0.0877195 mina.
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting ancient texts involving weights of silver, gold, or tributes.
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Comparing archaeological artifact weights to historical mass units.
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Estimating the weight and value of ancient metal objects in numismatics.
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the historical context when interpreting mina values due to regional mass variations.
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Use the conversion as a general guide for bridging small metric units to ancient weight systems.
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Double-check values when working with large-scale archaeological data for accuracy.
Limitations
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The mina's actual mass varied historically and regionally, from about 0.5 to 1.0 kilograms, so conversions rely on an average estimate.
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The small value of the conversion factor might impact precision for extensive calculations or exact reconstructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a centigram?
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A centigram is a metric unit of mass equal to one hundredth of a gram, commonly used for measuring small samples in laboratories, pharmaceuticals, and biology.
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What was the mina (Biblical Hebrew)?
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The mina was an ancient Near Eastern mass unit mentioned in Biblical Hebrew texts, used for weighing precious metals and large goods, with its mass varying regionally and historically.
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Why convert centigrams to mina?
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This conversion helps interpret ancient weight records by linking precise modern mass units to traditional large-scale units found in historical and archaeological studies.
Key Terminology
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Centigram [cg]
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A metric unit of mass equal to 0.01 grams, used for measuring small masses.
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Mina (Biblical Hebrew)
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An ancient Near Eastern mass unit used in Biblical times for weighing precious metals, with variable historical weight standards.
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Unit Conversion
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The process of changing a measurement from one unit to another using a defined relationship.