Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to carat
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to carat [car, ct], or Convert carat to pound (troy or apothecary).
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Carat
1 lb t = 1866.208608 car, ct
Example: convert 15 lb t to car, ct:
15 lb t = 15 × 1866.208608 car, ct = 27993.12912 car, ct
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Carat Conversion Table
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Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
A pound (troy or apothecary) is a unit of weight used primarily for precious metals and gemstones, equivalent to 12 ounces or approximately 373 grams.
History/Origin
The troy pound originated in the medieval French town of Troyes, historically used in the trade of precious metals and gemstones. The apothecary pound was used in pharmacy for weighing medicines and ingredients. Both units have roots in medieval European systems of measurement.
Current Use
The troy pound is still used in the precious metals industry, especially for gold, silver, and gemstones. The apothecary pound is largely obsolete but may still be referenced in historical contexts or traditional practices.
Carat
A carat is a unit of mass used to measure gemstones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.
History/Origin
The carat originated from the carob seed, which was historically used as a counterweight in balance scales due to its uniform weight. The term has been used since the 16th century to measure precious stones.
Current Use
Today, the carat is primarily used in the jewelry industry to specify the weight of diamonds and other gemstones, with 1 carat equaling 0.2 grams.