Weights, measures, and money, of all nations

By Frank Wigglesworth Clarke

Book Overview

Weights, Measures, and Money, of All Nations is a comprehensive reference book written by Frank Wigglesworth Clarke and published in 1875. The book provides a detailed account of the various systems of weights, measures, and currencies used in different countries around the world. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history and evolution of different measurement systems, the methods used to convert between different units, and the standards used to ensure accuracy and consistency in measurements.The book is organized into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of weights, measures, and money. The first section provides an overview of the different measurement systems used in different parts of the world, including the English, French, and metric systems. The second section covers the various units of measurement used for length, area, volume, and weight, as well as their conversion factors.The third section of the book is devoted to the different currencies used in different countries, including their history, denominations, and exchange rates. The fourth and final section provides a comprehensive index of all the different units of measurement and currencies discussed in the book, making it a valuable reference tool for scholars, researchers, and anyone interested in the history and evolution of weights, measures, and money. Overall, Weights, Measures, and Money, of All Nations is an authoritative and informative guide to the diverse and complex world of measurement and currency systems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1168050413
• ISBN13: 9781168050410
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"