Convert Stones (st) to Carats (ct)
Converting stones (st) to carats (ct) is straightforward with the conversion factor of 1 st = 31751.5 ct. This conversion is particularly useful in various fields, including jewelry design and weight management. Understanding how to make this conversion can help you better gauge weight in contexts where these units are used.
≈ 31751 29/64 ct
Conversion Formula
Reverse: st = ct × 3.1495e-5
Conversion Examples
Stone to Carat Table
| Stone (st) | Carat (ct) | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31,751 | 31751 29/64 |
| 2 | 63,503 | 63502 29/32 |
| 3 | 95,254 | 95254 11/32 |
| 4 | 127,006 | 127005 51/64 |
| 5 | 158,757 | 158757 1/4 |
| 6 | 190,509 | 190508 45/64 |
| 7 | 222,260 | 222260 5/32 |
| 8 | 254,012 | 254011 19/32 |
| 9 | 285,763 | 285763 3/64 |
| 10 | 317,515 | 317514 1/2 |
| 11 | 349,266 | 349265 61/64 |
| 12 | 381,017 | 381017 13/32 |
| 13 | 412,769 | 412768 27/32 |
| 14 | 444,520 | 444520 19/64 |
| 15 | 476,272 | 476271 3/4 |
| 16 | 508,023 | 508023 13/64 |
| 17 | 539,775 | 539774 21/32 |
| 18 | 571,526 | 571526 3/32 |
| 19 | 603,278 | 603277 35/64 |
| 20 | 635,029 | — |
Unit Definitions
What is a Stone (st)?
A stone (st) is a unit of mass commonly used in the UK and Ireland, primarily for measuring body weight.
History
The stone has historical roots dating back to the use of actual stones for weighing goods. It was standardized as 14 pounds in the 14th century and has since been adopted in various forms of measurement.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still used informally in the UK for weighing humans, especially in health and fitness contexts.
What is a Carat (ct)?
A carat (ct) is a unit of weight used for gemstones and pearls, equivalent to 200 milligrams.
History
The term 'carat' originates from the carob seeds that were historically used as a balance scale for weighing gemstones. The weight of a carat was standardized to ensure uniformity in the gemstone market.
Current Use
Carats are commonly used in the jewelry industry to indicate the weight of diamonds and other precious stones, impacting their valuation and sales.