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Weight/Mass | Convert from kwan [Japan] to shekel [Hebrew] |
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Common Weight Conversions Metric Weight Conversions Unit Definition (kwan [Japan]) The kwan is a traditional Japanese unit of weight equal to 6.25 kin, which is about 8.27 pounds or 3.75 kilograms. Unit Definition (shekel [Hebrew]) The shekel is an ancient Hebrew unit of weight (and also a coin having that weight). The shekel was the Hebrew version of a Babylonian unit used throughout the Middle East. Accounts differ on its size. A frequently quoted equivalent is 252 grains, which is equal to 0.5760 ounce (avoirdupois) or about 16.33 grams, but other sources quote a value of 8.4 grams or various values between these two extremes.
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