What is a mina (Biblical Hebrew)?

It is an ancient Near Eastern unit of mass used historically to weigh precious metals and goods, with varying standards, roughly around 0.5 to 1.0 kilograms.

How many kilograms are in a metric quintal?

A metric quintal equals 100 kilograms and is used for measuring large quantities of bulk goods.

Why does the mina to quintal conversion vary?

Because the mina’s mass standard changed regionally and over time, so the conversion provides an approximate value for interpretive use.

How to Convert from Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Quintal (metric) [cwt]

Learn how to convert weight measurements from the ancient mina (Biblical Hebrew) unit to the modern metric quintal [cwt] using a precise conversion tool. Understand the context, uses, and key considerations for this conversion.

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Mina (Biblical Hebrew) to Quintal (metric) [cwt] Conversion Table

Mina (Biblical Hebrew)	Quintal (metric) [cwt]

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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter changes weight values from mina (Biblical Hebrew), an ancient mass measurement, into quintal (metric) [cwt], a modern unit equal to 100 kilograms. It helps interpret historical masses for present-day applications in archaeology, biblical studies, and bulk commodity trading.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the weight value in mina (Biblical Hebrew)
Select mina as the source unit and quintal (metric) [cwt] as the target unit
Click convert to see the equivalent weight in quintals
Use the result for analysis, trade, or historical interpretation

Key Features

Converts ancient mina units to modern metric quintal [cwt]
Uses a defined conversion rate based on historical and metric standards
Supports interpretation of historical weights in contemporary contexts
Browser-based and easy to use for academic and commercial needs

Examples

Converting 10 mina results in 0.057 quintal (metric) [cwt]
Converting 100 mina yields 0.57 quintal (metric) [cwt]

Common Use Cases

Interpreting Biblical and ancient Near Eastern texts measuring precious metals
Comparing archaeological weights with modern standards for research
Pricing and trading agricultural commodities in metric quintals
Invoicing bulk shipments where quintals are the specified mass unit

Tips & Best Practices

Remember the mina’s mass varied regionally and historically, so conversions are approximate
Be careful not to confuse metric quintal with traditional hundredweight units
Use conversions primarily for comparative or interpretive purposes rather than precise measurement
Double-check unit definitions when working with historical or commercial data

Limitations

Mina mass varied from about 0.5 to 1.0 kilograms, affecting conversion exactness
Metric quintal differs from British and US hundredweight units, which may cause misunderstandings
Conversions provide estimates ideal for interpretation rather than exact calculations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a mina (Biblical Hebrew)?: It is an ancient Near Eastern unit of mass used historically to weigh precious metals and goods, with varying standards, roughly around 0.5 to 1.0 kilograms.
How many kilograms are in a metric quintal?: A metric quintal equals 100 kilograms and is used for measuring large quantities of bulk goods.
Why does the mina to quintal conversion vary?: Because the mina’s mass standard changed regionally and over time, so the conversion provides an approximate value for interpretive use.

Key Terminology

Mina (Biblical Hebrew): An ancient unit of mass from Near Eastern contexts, historically used for weighing precious metals and large goods.
Quintal (metric) [cwt]: A modern metric mass unit equal to 100 kilograms, often used for bulk weight measurements.
Hundredweight (cwt): Traditional weight units differing by region: British long cwt (~50.802 kg) and US short cwt (~45.359 kg), distinct from metric quintal.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the approximate mass range of the mina (Biblical Hebrew)?

0.1 to 0.3 kg

0.5 to 1.0 kg

1.5 to 2.0 kg

What mass does one metric quintal represent?

50 kilograms

100 kilograms

112 pounds

Why should conversions between mina and quintal be used carefully?

Because mina is an exact modern unit

Due to regional and historical variability of the mina

Since quintal is not related to weight

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