Several

units of measurement A unit of measurement is a definite magnitude of a quantity, defined and adopted by convention or by law, that is used as a standard for measurement of the same kind of quantity. Any other quantity of that kind can be expressed as a multi ...

were historically used in

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to measure length, mass, and volume. During 1968–1970, the

metric system The metric system is a system of measurement that succeeded the decimalised system based on the metre that had been introduced in France in the 1790s. The historical development of these systems culminated in the definition of the Interna ...

was adopted in Singapore. The metric system is used for most official purposes and only metric measures are permitted for trade. Despite these restrictions, fabric is still commonly sold by the square yard.

System during the later half of the 19th century

Several units were used in Singapore under Straits Settlements.

Length units

*1 cubit (aka. hasta) = 18 inches which is equal to 45.72 cm.

Mass units

*1 mace (aka. miam) = 52 grain equal to 3.36954 grams. *1 buncal (for gold) = 822 grain equal to 53.2647 grams.

References

{{Systems of measurement Singaporean culture