Convert cubit (UK) to famn
Please provide values below to convert cubit (UK) [cubit (UK)] to famn [famn], or Convert famn to cubit (UK).
How to Convert Cubit (Uk) to Famn
1 cubit (UK) = 0.256661676651509 famn
Example: convert 15 cubit (UK) to famn:
15 cubit (UK) = 15 × 0.256661676651509 famn = 3.84992514977264 famn
Cubit (Uk) to Famn Conversion Table
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Cubit (Uk)
A cubit is an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger. The English cubit was about 18 inches.
History/Origin
The cubit was used by many ancient cultures, including the Egyptians, Babylonians, and Romans. Its length varied from place to place.
Current Use
The cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Famn
A famn is an obsolete Swedish unit of length, equivalent to 3 aln or about 1.78 meters.
History/Origin
The famn was the Swedish version of the fathom, based on the span of outstretched arms.
Current Use
The famn is no longer in use.