What Is This Tool?
This converter transforms weight measurements from the ancient mina (Biblical Greek), used for precious metals and large monetary amounts, to the stone (US), a traditional British unit of mass now rarely used in the U.S. It supports historical and archaeological weight analysis by bridging old and modern measurement systems.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the weight value in mina (Biblical Greek) you want to convert.
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Select mina (Biblical Greek) as the from-unit and stone (US) as the to-unit.
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent weight in stone (US).
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Review the converted value and use the examples for reference if needed.
Key Features
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Converts weight values from mina (Biblical Greek) to stone (US) using a defined conversion rate.
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Facilitates interpretation of ancient weights in a familiar modern imperial unit.
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Includes clear examples to demonstrate usage and calculation steps.
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Supports historical and archaeological research contexts involving weight units.
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Browser-based and easy to use with straightforward input and output.
Examples
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10 minas (Biblical Greek) = 0.599657353 stone (US)
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50 minas (Biblical Greek) = 2.998286765 stone (US)
Common Use Cases
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Translating ancient weight records of precious metals into modern units for research.
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Converting biblical and Near Eastern large monetary weights into stones for comparative studies.
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Supporting archaeological interpretations of weights found in excavations.
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Bridging historical economic data with present-day measurement standards.
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the historical context of the mina unit since its weight varied by time and place.
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Use this tool as a guide for approximate conversions rather than exact measurements.
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Refer to conversion examples to understand the scaling process clearly.
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Apply converted values carefully when interpreting archaeological or economic data.
Limitations
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The mina (Biblical Greek) had varying weights depending on region and era, affecting conversion accuracy.
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The stone (US) is rarely used in the U.S. and primarily serves historical or comparative purposes.
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Conversions provide approximations suitable for general understanding, not precise scientific calculations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the mina (Biblical Greek)?
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The mina is an ancient unit of mass used in Near Eastern and Biblical Greek contexts, commonly for weighing precious metals and recording large payments; its exact weight varied historically.
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How does the stone (US) compare to other units?
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The stone is a traditional British mass unit equal to 14 avoirdupois pounds or about 6.35029318 kilograms, used mainly historically and less often in the U.S.
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Why convert mina to stone units?
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Converting mina to stone helps interpret ancient weights into a well-known modern imperial unit, aiding historical, archaeological, and biblical studies.
Key Terminology
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Mina (Biblical Greek)
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An ancient unit of mass used in Near Eastern and Greek/Biblical sources to weigh precious metals and signify large monetary sums, with historical weight variations.
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Stone (US)
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A traditional British unit of mass equal to 14 pounds, used historically for body and commodity weights and sometimes referenced in the U.S. for old imperial measurements.