What is a shekel (Biblical Hebrew)?

It is an ancient Near Eastern unit of mass used in Israelite commerce and ritual, defined as 20 gerahs and roughly estimated near 11.3 grams.

What does the troy (apothecary) pound represent?

A historical unit of mass equal to 12 troy ounces or exactly 373.2417216 grams, traditionally used in apothecaries and precious-metal measurements.

Why might conversions between these units be approximate?

Because the shekel’s weight varied by region and era, and the troy pound is largely obsolete, conversions are best viewed as estimates.

How to Convert from Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Pound (Troy or Apothecary)?

Convert weight measurements from the ancient Biblical Hebrew shekel to the historical troy or apothecary pound using this online converter tool. Understand historical contexts with accurate unit conversions.

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Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Pound (troy or apothecary) Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This tool allows users to convert weight values from the ancient Biblical Hebrew shekel to the troy or apothecary pound. It helps interpret and compare historical measures of precious metals or commodities by bridging different weight systems used in antiquity and early modern periods.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the weight value measured in shekels (Biblical Hebrew).
Select the target unit as pound (troy or apothecary).
Click convert to see the equivalent weight in pounds.
Review example conversions for guidance if needed.

Key Features

Conversion between shekel (Biblical Hebrew) and troy/apothecary pound units
Accurate handling of historical units relevant in archaeology and biblical studies
Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick conversions
Examples demonstrating conversion outcomes for common quantities

Examples

10 Shekels (Biblical Hebrew) equals 0.305432092 Pound (troy or apothecary).
50 Shekels (Biblical Hebrew) corresponds to 1.52716046 Pound (troy or apothecary).

Common Use Cases

Understanding temple contributions and half-shekel tax records from the Hebrew Bible.
Converting weights of silver and metals used in ancient payments, fines, and trades.
Interpreting historic apothecary prescriptions and cataloguing numismatic collections.
Analyzing bullion and coinage data recorded in troy or apothecary measures.

Tips & Best Practices

Be aware that shekel mass varied across different historical periods and regions.
Use conversion results as approximate due to variability in ancient units.
Apply conversions primarily for scholarly, archaeological, or numismatic research.
Double-check critical conversions with additional historical context where possible.

Limitations

The shekel (Biblical Hebrew) had variable mass, so exact equivalence may vary.
The troy pound is an obsolete unit mostly relevant to historical contexts.
Accurate conversion requires consideration of temporal and geographic differences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a shekel (Biblical Hebrew)?: It is an ancient Near Eastern unit of mass used in Israelite commerce and ritual, defined as 20 gerahs and roughly estimated near 11.3 grams.
What does the troy (apothecary) pound represent?: A historical unit of mass equal to 12 troy ounces or exactly 373.2417216 grams, traditionally used in apothecaries and precious-metal measurements.
Why might conversions between these units be approximate?: Because the shekel’s weight varied by region and era, and the troy pound is largely obsolete, conversions are best viewed as estimates.

Key Terminology

Shekel (Biblical Hebrew): An ancient weight unit used in Israelite society, equal to 20 gerahs and approximately 11.3 grams in estimated mass.
Pound (Troy or Apothecary): A historical mass unit equal to 12 troy ounces or exactly 373.2417216 grams, used in precious-metal and apothecary measurements.
Gerah: A smaller ancient unit of weight; twenty gerahs make one Biblical Hebrew shekel.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which ancient unit is equivalent to 20 gerahs?

Pound (troy or apothecary)

Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)

Troy ounce

What is the weight of one troy (apothecary) pound in grams?

Approximately 373.24 grams

About 20 grams

Exactly 100 grams

What is a common use for converting shekels to troy pounds?

Modern commerce transactions

Analyzing ancient Israelite measurements

Cooking recipes

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