Length/Distance 

Convert from point [Adobe] to hand [non-equine]

Convert what quantity?
From: To:






Result (rounded to 7 decimal places):
 
 

Related Categories:

Common Length Conversions
Metric Length Conversions

Unit Definition (point [Adobe])
A point is a unit of measure in typography (Abbreviated as "pt"). There are various sorts of points, used in particular locations and times: * Fournier point: the first definition of the printer's point, by Pierre Fournier. It was 0.34882 millimetres, which was 1/12 of a cicero.

Unit Definition (hand [non-equine])
The hand is a traditional unit of distance, now used mostly to measure the height of horses. One hand equals 4 inches, 1/3 foot, or 10.16 centimeters.


to the top
Home |  Tell a Friend |  Search |  Link to this page |  Terms |  Contact |  Help |  All conversions