Singaporean units of measurement
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Several units of measurement were used in Singapore to measure length, mass, etc. During 1968-70, the metric system was adopted in Singapore.[1]
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System during the later half of the 19th century
Several units were used in Singapore under Straits Settlements.
Length units
1 covid (aka. hasta) = 18 inches which is equal to 45.72 cm.[2]
Mass units
1 mace (aka. miam) = 52 grain equal to 3.36954 grams.
1 buncal (for gold) = 822 grain equal to 53.2647 grams.[2]
