Convert quarter (UK) to carat
Please provide values below to convert quarter (UK) [qr (UK)] to carat [car, ct], or Convert carat to quarter (UK).
How to Convert Quarter (Uk) to Carat
1 qr (UK) = 63502.9318 car, ct
Example: convert 15 qr (UK) to car, ct:
15 qr (UK) = 15 × 63502.9318 car, ct = 952543.977 car, ct
Quarter (Uk) to Carat Conversion Table
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Quarter (Uk)
A quarter (qr) is a traditional unit of weight used in the UK, typically equal to one-quarter of a hundredweight, or 28 pounds (approximately 12.7 kilograms).
History/Origin
The quarter has historical roots in British measurement systems, originating from the need to divide larger weights into manageable parts. It was commonly used in trade and agriculture before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is largely obsolete in official measurement but may still be used informally in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock to denote weight, especially in the UK.
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.