Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to quarter (US)

Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to quarter (US) [qr (US)], or Convert quarter (US) to pound (troy or apothecary).




How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Quarter (Us)

1 lb t = 0.0329142857142857 qr (US)

Example: convert 15 lb t to qr (US):
15 lb t = 15 Γ— 0.0329142857142857 qr (US) = 0.493714285714286 qr (US)


Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Quarter (Us) 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.


Quarter (Us)

A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.

History/Origin

The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.

Current Use

Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.



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