Convert carat to pound
Please provide values below to convert carat [car, ct] to pound [lbs], or Convert pound to carat.
How to Convert Carat to Pound
1 car, ct = 0.000440924524369755 lbs
Example: convert 15 car, ct to lbs:
15 car, ct = 15 × 0.000440924524369755 lbs = 0.00661386786554633 lbs
Carat to Pound Conversion Table
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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.
Pound
The pound (lbs) is a unit of weight or mass commonly used in the United States and other countries, equivalent to 16 ounces or approximately 0.453592 kilograms.
History/Origin
The pound has origins in ancient Roman and Anglo-Saxon systems, evolving over centuries into its current form. It was historically based on various standards, including the Tower pound and the avoirdupois pound, with the latter becoming the standard in most countries.
Current Use
Today, the pound is primarily used in the United States for measuring body weight, food products, and other goods. It remains a standard unit in certain industries and is part of the imperial and US customary measurement systems.