A centigram (cg) is a metric unit of mass or weight in the International System of Units (SI). It represents one one-hundredth of a gram or 10^-2 grams. The metric system is a decimal-based system of measurement used worldwide, and it provides a convenient way to express both large and small quantities of mass.
To provide context for the size of a centigram:
Centigrams are primarily used in situations where very small amounts of mass need to be measured with precision. However, they are not as commonly used as milligrams (10^-3 grams) or micrograms (10^-6 grams) in scientific and laboratory contexts. In everyday life, you may encounter centigrams less frequently, but they are still a valid metric unit of mass.
In the Old Testament and other Hebrew scriptures, the talent was used as a unit of measurement for precious metals.
The weight of a talent in Biblical Hebrew could vary, but it was typically quite substantial, equivalent to approximately 75 pounds (34 kilograms) or more.
Talents were used for various purposes, including as a standard for assessing the value of offerings and tribute payments.