Convert stone (UK) to pound (troy or apothecary)
Please provide values below to convert stone (UK) [st (UK)] to pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t], or Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to stone (UK).
How to Convert Stone (Uk) to Pound (Troy Or Apothecary)
1 st (UK) = 17.0138888888889 lb t
Example: convert 15 st (UK) to lb t:
15 st (UK) = 15 × 17.0138888888889 lb t = 255.208333333333 lb t
Stone (Uk) to Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) Conversion Table
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Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.
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.