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Length/Distance | Convert from sadzhen to line [small] |
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Common Length Conversions Metric Length Conversions Unit Definition (sadzhen) The sadzhen is a traditional Russian unit of distance corresponding roughly to the English fathom and French toise. Early in the 1700s, Czar Peter the Great fixed the length of the sadzhen at exactly 7 English feet. This equals 3 arshin or 2.1336 meters. Sagene is an older transliteration of the Russian word. Unit Definition (line [small]) The line [small] is a unit of distance equal to 1/14 inch, used in printing and advertising. This usage is short for agate line.
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