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Convert Pica to Barleycorns

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How to use this Pica to Barleycorns Converter 🤔

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

  1. Enter the input Pica value in the text field.
  2. The given Pica 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 Pica to Barleycorns, use the following formula.

Barleycorns = Pica / 2

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Pica to Barleycorns Conversion Table

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

Pica (pica)Barleycorns (barleycorn)
0 pica0 barleycorn
1 pica0.5 barleycorn
2 pica1 barleycorn
3 pica1.5 barleycorn
4 pica2 barleycorn
5 pica2.5 barleycorn
6 pica3 barleycorn
7 pica3.5 barleycorn
8 pica4 barleycorn
9 pica4.5 barleycorn
10 pica5 barleycorn
20 pica10 barleycorn
50 pica25 barleycorn
100 pica50 barleycorn
1000 pica500 barleycorn
10000 pica5000 barleycorn
100000 pica50000 barleycorn

Pica

A pica is a unit of length used primarily in typography and printing. One pica is equivalent to 1/6 of an inch or approximately 4.233 millimeters.

The pica is defined as 12 points, with one point being 1/72 of an inch. It is used to measure the size of type, line length, and spacing in printed materials.

Picas are commonly used in the printing and graphic design industries to ensure consistency in text layout and design. The unit provides a standard measurement for various typographic and layout tasks.

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.