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Convert Handbreadth to Barleycorns

Handbreadth




Barleycorns


How to use this Handbreadth to Barleycorns Converter 🤔

Follow these steps to convert given Handbreadth value from Handbreadth units to Barleycorns units.

  1. Enter the input Handbreadth value in the text field.
  2. The given Handbreadth is converted to Barleycorns in realtime ⌚ using the formula, and displayed under the Barleycorns label.
  3. You may copy the resulting Barleycorns value using the Copy button.

Formula

To convert given length from Handbreadth to Barleycorns, use the following formula.

Barleycorns = Handbreadth * 9

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Handbreadth to Barleycorns Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Handbreadth to Barleycorns.

Handbreadth (handbreadth)Barleycorns (barleycorn)
0 handbreadth0 barleycorn
1 handbreadth9 barleycorn
2 handbreadth18 barleycorn
3 handbreadth27 barleycorn
4 handbreadth36 barleycorn
5 handbreadth45 barleycorn
6 handbreadth54 barleycorn
7 handbreadth63 barleycorn
8 handbreadth72 barleycorn
9 handbreadth81 barleycorn
10 handbreadth90 barleycorn
20 handbreadth180 barleycorn
50 handbreadth450 barleycorn
100 handbreadth900 barleycorn
1000 handbreadth9000 barleycorn
10000 handbreadth90000 barleycorn
100000 handbreadth900000 barleycorn

Handbreadth

A handbreadth is a historical unit of length used to measure small distances, typically based on the width of a hand. One handbreadth is approximately equivalent to 4 inches or about 0.1016 meters.

The handbreadth is defined as the width of a person's hand, measured from the edge of the thumb to the edge of the little finger when the hand is spread out. This unit was used for practical measurements in various contexts, including textiles and construction.

Handbreadths were used in historical measurement systems for assessing lengths and dimensions where precise tools were not available. Although less common today, the unit provides historical context for traditional measurement practices and everyday use in different cultures.

Barleycorns

A barleycorn is a historical unit of length used primarily in the UK to measure shoe sizes and in other contexts. One barleycorn is approximately equivalent to 1/3 inch or about 0.00847 meters.

The barleycorn is based on the size of a barley grain and was used historically for measuring small lengths and sizes, such as the width of the foot in shoe sizing.

Barleycorns were used in traditional measurements, including shoe sizing, and provide historical context for understanding measurements and sizing practices. Although less common today, the unit remains of interest for its historical significance and use in traditional contexts.