What are pennyweights?
Pennyweights are a unit of measurement commonly used in the jewelry industry to measure the weight of precious metals such as gold and silver.
One pennyweight is equivalent to 1/20th of a troy ounce, which is approximately 1.555 grams. This unit is particularly useful for measuring small quantities of precious metals with high precision, making it a popular choice among jewelers and goldsmiths.
In the metric system, pennyweights are not commonly used, as the system primarily relies on units such as grams and kilograms for measuring weight. However, for those who work with precious metals and gemstones, understanding the conversion between pennyweights and metric units can be important for accurate measurements and transactions
There is more than one type of ton
There are three common types of ton; the metric ton (tonne), long ton and short ton.
The metric tonne, also spelled as metric ton, which is equivalent to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds. The metric tonne is widely used in countries that have adopted the metric system for their measurements. It is commonly used in industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, and shipping for its ease of conversion and consistency in calculations. Further information can be found on this unit here: Metric Tonne.
The Long Ton, also known as the Imperial Ton, is a unit of weight commonly used in the United Kingdom and some other countries. It is equivalent to 2,240 pounds or 1,016 kilograms. The Long Ton is primarily used in trade and commerce for goods that are transported by sea. Further information can be found here: Long ton (Imperial ton).
The short ton is used predominantly in the United States and is equivalent to 2,000 pounds. This unit of measurement is commonly used in industries such as shipping, construction, and agriculture. More information here: Short ton (American ton)
