What Is This Tool?
This converter allows users to translate weights measured in mina (Biblical Greek), an ancient unit, into scruples (apothecary), a historic mass unit used in pharmacy. It helps bridge ancient monetary and metal mass values with units relevant in historical pharmaceutical contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the weight value in mina (Biblical Greek).
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Select the target unit as scruple (apothecary) [s.ap].
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Click 'Convert' to see the equivalent mass in scruples.
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Use the result to interpret ancient weights in pharmaceutical or historical contexts.
Key Features
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Converts weight from mina (Biblical Greek) to apothecary scruples (s.ap).
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Suitable for historical, archaeological, and pharmaceutical use.
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Provides precise conversion based on established ratios.
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface.
Examples
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1 mina (Biblical Greek) equals approximately 262.35 scruples (apothecary).
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2 minas (Biblical Greek) convert to about 524.70 scruples (apothecary).
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting ancient monetary and metal weights in historical research.
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Converting archaeological findings into pharmaceutical mass units.
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Analyzing biblical and Near Eastern economic records involving precious metals.
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Translating historic medical prescriptions using apothecary units.
Tips & Best Practices
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Consider regional and temporal variations of the mina when interpreting results.
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Use conversions primarily for historical or archival purposes.
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Verify context in ancient texts before applying conversion values.
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Cross-reference with other ancient units such as talents and drachmae if needed.
Limitations
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The mina's exact mass varies by historical region and period, so conversions are approximate.
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Scruple (apothecary) is a historical unit not used in modern standard measurements.
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Modern practical applications are limited due to historical unit nature.
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Contextual adjustments may be necessary for accurate interpretation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a mina (Biblical Greek)?
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A mina (Biblical Greek) is an ancient unit of mass used in Near Eastern and Greek sources for weighing precious metals and recording large monetary amounts. Its exact weight varied by region and era.
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How much does one apothecary scruple weigh?
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One apothecary scruple equals 20 grains or about 1.296 grams, historically used in pharmacy and medicine.
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Why convert mina to scruple (apothecary)?
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Converting mina to scruple helps interpret ancient weights within the context of historical pharmaceutical and medical practices and supports archaeological and biblical research.
Key Terminology
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Mina (Biblical Greek)
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An ancient unit of mass used in Near Eastern and Greek texts, varying regionally, employed for weighing precious metals and recording monetary sums.
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Scruple (apothecary)
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A historical mass unit in pharmacy equal to 20 grains or about 1.296 grams, used primarily in older medical prescriptions.
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Conversion Rate
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The ratio used to convert between mina (Biblical Greek) and scruple (apothecary), specifically 1 mina = 262.3500919993 scruples.