What is a pennyweight (pwt)?

Pennyweight is a troy weight unit equal to 24 grains or 1/20 of a troy ounce, traditionally used for measuring small quantities of precious metals.

What does the shekel represent in Biblical Hebrew?

The shekel is an ancient Near Eastern mass unit cited in Biblical Hebrew texts, used in Israelite commerce and rituals with an estimated weight around 11.3 grams.

Why is the conversion between pennyweight and shekel approximate?

Because the weight of the Biblical Hebrew shekel varied across periods and regions, the conversion uses an estimated average value.

How to Convert from Pennyweight [pwt] to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)?

Easily convert weights from pennyweight (pwt), a troy system unit, to the ancient Biblical Hebrew shekel using our online conversion tool. Ideal for scholars and metal traders alike.

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Pennyweight [pwt] to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This tool allows you to convert weight values from pennyweight (pwt), a unit used primarily for precious metals, to the shekel as referenced in Biblical Hebrew texts. It helps connect modern metal weight measurements with ancient units used in historical, archaeological, and cultural contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in pennyweight (pwt) you want to convert
Select the target unit as shekel (Biblical Hebrew)
Click the convert button to see the equivalent weight in shekels
Use the results to aid in analysis or valuation involving ancient and modern units

Key Features

Converts pennyweight values directly to Biblical Hebrew shekels based on a defined rate
Supports weight and mass unit conversion relevant to precious metals and historical studies
Facilitates interpretation of ancient measurements in modern terms
Browser-based and easy to use without installation requirements

Examples

Convert 10 Pennyweight to Shekel: 10 × 0.1364187579 = 1.364187579 Shekel
Convert 50 Pennyweight to Shekel: 50 × 0.1364187579 = 6.820937895 Shekel

Common Use Cases

Weighing small amounts of gold or silver for pricing and trade
Research involving ancient Israelite commerce and religious practices
Analyzing assay results and numismatic references using troy weight
Relating modern bullion measurements to historical Biblical units

Tips & Best Practices

Be aware that the shekel weight value is approximate and varies historically
Use this tool as a guide for linking modern and ancient measurement systems
Verify conversions against contextual sources when used for scholarly work
Consider the historical background when interpreting weights for legal or religious studies

Limitations

The Biblical Hebrew shekel weight varied by time and location, so this is an approximate conversion
Differences in measurement standards may affect exactness in ancient unit reconstruction
Pennyweight is precise, but applying its values to ancient units requires assumptions
This tool does not account for regional or period-specific variations in shekel weight

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a pennyweight (pwt)?: Pennyweight is a troy weight unit equal to 24 grains or 1/20 of a troy ounce, traditionally used for measuring small quantities of precious metals.
What does the shekel represent in Biblical Hebrew?: The shekel is an ancient Near Eastern mass unit cited in Biblical Hebrew texts, used in Israelite commerce and rituals with an estimated weight around 11.3 grams.
Why is the conversion between pennyweight and shekel approximate?: Because the weight of the Biblical Hebrew shekel varied across periods and regions, the conversion uses an estimated average value.

Key Terminology

Pennyweight (pwt): A unit of mass in the troy weight system equal to 24 grains or 1/20 of a troy ounce, used for small quantities of precious metals.
Shekel (Biblical Hebrew): An ancient Near Eastern unit of mass referred to in Biblical Hebrew texts, roughly estimated at 11.3 grams, used in Israelite trade and rituals.
Troy Weight System: A system of units traditionally used for precious metals, including units such as pennyweight and troy ounces.

Quick Knowledge Check

What system does pennyweight (pwt) belong to?

Metric system

Troy weight system

Imperial system

What is the approximate gram value of one Biblical Hebrew shekel?

24 grams

11.3 grams

1.555 grams

Which of the following is a common use of this conversion tool?

Converting currency exchange rates

Relating precious metal weights to ancient measures

Measuring fabric dimensions

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