Convert handbreadth to long reed
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Long Reed
1 handbreadth = 0.0238095238095238 long reed
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to long reed:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 0.0238095238095238 long reed = 0.357142857142857 long reed
Handbreadth to Long Reed Conversion Table
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Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.