Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to ton (assay) (UK)
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to ton (assay) (UK) [AT (UK)], or Convert ton (assay) (UK) to pound (troy or apothecary).
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Ton (Assay) (Uk)
1 lb t = 11.4257669877551 AT (UK)
Example: convert 15 lb t to AT (UK):
15 lb t = 15 × 11.4257669877551 AT (UK) = 171.386504816327 AT (UK)
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Ton (Assay) (Uk) 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.
Ton (Assay) (Uk)
The ton (assay) (UK), symbol AT (UK), is a traditional unit of weight used primarily for precious metals, equivalent to 31.1034768 grams.
History/Origin
The assay ton originated in the United Kingdom as a standard measure for precious metals, particularly gold and silver, used in assay processes and trading. It has historical roots in the British imperial system and was standardized for trade and assay purposes.
Current Use
Today, the assay ton (UK) is mainly used in the precious metals industry for assay and valuation purposes, especially in the UK and related markets, although it has largely been replaced by the metric gram and troy ounce in general commerce.