Definition:Roman Weights and Measures/Mass/Siliqua
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Definition
The siliqua is a unit of mass in the Roman system of weights.
Its value in modern units is estimated to be approximately $2.9$ grains, or approximately $0.19$ grams.
Its modern equivalent is the carat.
Linguistic Note
The word siliqua is a Latin word that means carob seed.