Convert Scruple (Apothecary) (s.ap) to Stone (US) (st (US)) instantly.
Scruple (Apothecary) to Stone (US) conversion
1 Scruple (Apothecary) (s.ap) = 0.00022857143 Stone (US) (st (US)). To convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Stone (US), multiply the value by 0.00022857143.
| Scruple (Apothecary) (s.ap) | Stone (US) (st (US)) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00022857143 |
| 2 | 0.00045714286 |
| 5 | 0.0011428571 |
| 10 | 0.0022857143 |
| 25 | 0.0057142857 |
| 50 | 0.011428571 |
| 100 | 0.022857143 |
| 1000 | 0.22857143 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Stone (US) are in one Scruple (Apothecary)?
One Scruple (Apothecary) (s.ap) equals 0.00022857143 Stone (US) (st (US)).
How do I convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Stone (US)?
To convert Scruple (Apothecary) to Stone (US), multiply the value by 0.00022857143.
What is 10 Scruple (Apothecary) in Stone (US)?
10 Scruple (Apothecary) = 0.0022857143 Stone (US).
About these units
Scruple (Apothecary) (s.ap)
The scruple is an old apothecary unit equal to 20 grains or 1.2959782 grams, originating in ancient Greek and Roman medicine. Apothecaries used scruples for compounding herbal remedies, powders, and tinctures long before standardized metric systems were adopted. Its size made it ideal for preparing early pharmaceuticals where doses needed to be accurate but not excessively granular. Over centuries, the scruple appeared in medical recipes, early scientific writings, and even medieval charms and remedies. Although obsolete today, replaced by milligrams and grams, the scruple is vital for historians studying early medical texts, pharmacy records, and classical-era scientific practices.
Stone (US) (st (US))
The US stone was an informal and nonstandardized unit occasionally used in the 19th century, with no single agreed-upon value. Unlike the British stone (14 pounds), the US stone varied regionally and by trade context, typically ranging from 12 to 16 pounds, depending on the commodity and location. Farmers, butchers, and merchants sometimes used stones to weigh produce, meat, or livestock, but the lack of uniform regulation prevented it from becoming an official or widely adopted unit. Today, the US stone is entirely obsolete, but references to it appear in historical American trade documents, agricultural records, and pre-standardization weight systems. It serves as a reminder of the diversity of early American measurements before the widespread adoption of the avoirdupois pound.