What Is This Tool?
This converter translates the weight of the quadrans, a small ancient Roman bronze coin, into the UK assay ton unit commonly used in analyzing ore and metal quantities in modern assay practice.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the weight value in quadrans (Biblical Roman)
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Select the target unit as ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)]
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Click convert to get the equivalent mass in assay tons
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Review the result and use it for your analysis or documentation
Key Features
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Converts ancient coin mass to a modern assay tonnage unit
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Supports analysis in archaeology, numismatics, and metallurgy
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface
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Facilitates integration of historical measurements with current industrial standards
Examples
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5 quadrans (Biblical Roman) equals 0.0092075895 ton (assay) (UK)
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10 quadrans (Biblical Roman) equals 0.018415179 ton (assay) (UK)
Common Use Cases
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Archaeological and numismatic studies to authenticate Roman coin masses
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Historical and biblical research converting coin references into physical mass
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Mining and metallurgy report calculations based on assay tonnage
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Estimating metal quantities in concentrate or ore shipments using assay data
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the condition of quadrans coins as corrosion or wear affects mass
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Use assay ton units appropriately, noting they differ from other ton measurements
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Cross-check results when integrating with other industrial or historical data sets
Limitations
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Variations in quadrans mass due to wear and minting differences can impact accuracy
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The assay ton (UK) is specific to assay industry practice and differs from standard tons
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Conversion results should be used with caution in cross-industry comparisons
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a quadrans (Biblical Roman)?
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It is a small Roman bronze coin whose mass was used as a fractional unit of the Roman weight and monetary system, representing one quarter of an as.
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What is a ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)]?
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It is a traditional UK unit of mass used specifically in the assaying industry for reporting ore or metal quantities, distinct from other ton units.
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Why might the conversion between quadrans and assay ton vary?
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Because the quadrans can differ in mass due to aging, corrosion, and minting variations, and the assay ton unit is industry-specific, affecting direct equivalence.
Key Terminology
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Quadrans (Biblical Roman)
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An ancient Roman bronze coin used as a fractional weight unit corresponding to one quarter of an as.
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Ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)]
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A UK-specific traditional mass unit used in assaying to report ore or metal quantities, distinct from other ton units.
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Assaying
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The process of analyzing ore or metal content for quantity and quality in mining and metallurgy industries.