Convert pound (troy or apothecary) to quintal (metric)
Please provide values below to convert pound (troy or apothecary) [lb t] to quintal (metric) [cwt], or Convert quintal (metric) to pound (troy or apothecary).
How to Convert Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Quintal (Metric)
1 lb t = 0.003732417216 cwt
Example: convert 15 lb t to cwt:
15 lb t = 15 × 0.003732417216 cwt = 0.05598625824 cwt
Pound (Troy Or Apothecary) to Quintal (Metric) 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.
Quintal (Metric)
A quintal (metric) is a unit of mass equal to 100 kilograms.
History/Origin
The metric quintal originated in France in the 19th century as a standard unit of mass for trade and agriculture, replacing older local units. It is part of the metric system established during the French Revolution.
Current Use
The metric quintal is used primarily in agriculture and trade in some countries to measure large quantities of produce, though its use is less common today with the widespread adoption of the kilogram as the standard unit of mass.