What is a troy (or apothecary) pound?

It is a historical unit of mass made up of 12 troy ounces or 5,760 grains, previously used in the apothecaries' system and for precious metals.

Why does the mina have approximate values?

Because the mina’s exact weight differed across regions and historical periods, so exact conversions are not always possible.

Who benefits most from this conversion tool?

Experts in numismatics, archaeology, biblical studies, and museum cataloguing who work with ancient texts or artifacts.

Convert Pound (Troy or Apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Greek) Easily

Use our online converter to transform weights from pound (troy or apothecary) into mina (Biblical Greek), ideal for historical, archaeological, and numismatic contexts.

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Pound (troy or apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table

Pound (troy or apothecary)	Mina (Biblical Greek)

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Pound (troy or apothecary) to Mina (Biblical Greek) Conversion Table
Pound (troy or apothecary)	Mina (Biblical Greek)

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms weights measured in the troy or apothecary pound, a historical unit, into mina, an ancient Biblical Greek weight unit used primarily for precious metals and monetary values. It supports scholars, historians, and collectors in understanding and interpreting ancient units via modern equivalents.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the weight value in pounds (troy or apothecary) you want to convert
Select the from-unit as pound (troy or apothecary)
Choose the to-unit as mina (Biblical Greek)
Click convert to obtain the equivalent weight in mina

Key Features

Converts from pound (troy or apothecary) to mina (Biblical Greek) with historical context
Supports interpretation of ancient monetary and precious metal weights
Browser-based and easy to use with instant results
Provides conversion relevant to fields like archaeology, numismatics, and biblical studies

Examples

2 pounds (troy or apothecary) converts to approximately 2.1955 mina (Biblical Greek)
0.5 pound (troy or apothecary) converts to approximately 0.5489 mina (Biblical Greek)

Common Use Cases

Interpreting historical apothecary prescriptions and weights in metric terms
Cataloguing museum objects and ancient coins measured in troy pounds
Analyzing biblical and ancient Near Eastern monetary and silver records
Researching historical bullion weights and ancient economic accounts

Tips & Best Practices

Verify historical context to choose appropriate conversion standards
Use this tool primarily for academic, archaeological, or numismatic research
Understand that conversion values are approximate due to historical unit variations

Limitations

The mina’s weight varied by region and era, so conversions are approximate
The troy pound is largely obsolete, limiting practical modern use
Conversion results should be interpreted carefully in historical analyses

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a troy (or apothecary) pound?: It is a historical unit of mass made up of 12 troy ounces or 5,760 grains, previously used in the apothecaries' system and for precious metals.
Why does the mina have approximate values?: Because the mina’s exact weight differed across regions and historical periods, so exact conversions are not always possible.
Who benefits most from this conversion tool?: Experts in numismatics, archaeology, biblical studies, and museum cataloguing who work with ancient texts or artifacts.

Key Terminology

Pound (troy or apothecary): A historic mass unit equal to 12 troy ounces or 5,760 grains, used especially for precious metals and apothecaries' measurements.
Mina (Biblical Greek): An ancient unit of mass from Near Eastern and Greek origins, used mainly for weighing precious metals and monetary values.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does the troy pound consist of?

1000 grams

12 troy ounces or 5,760 grains

60 drachmae

In what contexts is the mina used historically?

Modern scientific measurements

Biblical and Near Eastern monetary records

Metric system conversions

Why are mina conversions approximate?

Because the mina weight changes with temperature

Because the mina’s weight varied by region and period

Because the troy pound is obsolete

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