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Unpacking “1/16 of a Dram”: A Guide to Measurement and Meaning

The Legacy of a Tiny Measure Introduction The whisper of an apothecary’s scale, the meticulous mixing of ingredients, and the careful dispensing of remedies. These are images conjured when we consider the historical landscape of measurement. Within this world, we encounter units like the dram, a seemingly small measure with a significant past. And nestled … Read more

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