Convert pole to handbreadth
Please provide values below to convert pole [pole] to handbreadth [handbreadth], or Convert handbreadth to pole.
How to Convert Pole to Handbreadth
1 pole = 66 handbreadth
Example: convert 15 pole to handbreadth:
15 pole = 15 × 66 handbreadth = 990 handbreadth
Pole to Handbreadth Conversion Table
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Pole
A pole is a unit of length equal to a rod or perch, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "pole" as a unit of length originated from the use of a physical pole of a certain length for measuring land.
Current Use
The pole is an archaic unit of measurement.
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.