In Poland, a unit of length, since 1819 = 28.8 centimeters (about 11.34 inches), previously about 29.78 cm (about 11.72 inches). In Cracow, about 35.64 cm (about 14 inches).
In Yugoslavia, a unit of length, about 31.6 centimeters (about 12.44 inches).
In Russia, a unit of length, since Peter I = 14 inches (35.57 centimeters). Later = 1 foot (30.48 centimeters).
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