Convert Quarters to Troy Pounds
Convert Quarters (qr) to Troy Pounds (lb t) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
lb t = qr × 34.02777778
About Quarters
A quarter (qr) in the avoirdupois system equals 28 pounds or one quarter of a hundredweight - approximately 12.70 kg. Historically, quarters were used in British trade for measuring grain, wool, and other bulk commodities. The British quarter of grain (28 lb) was the standard purchase quantity at markets and mills throughout medieval and early modern England. In the US, the term 'quarter' sometimes refers to a quarter of a short hundredweight (25 lb) rather than the British 28 lb.
About Troy Pounds
A troy pound (lb t) equals 12 troy ounces or 5,760 grains - approximately 373.24 grams. It is lighter than the common avoirdupois pound (453.59 g) because the troy system divides the pound into 12 ounces rather than 16. Historically used across Europe for trade in precious metals and pharmaceuticals, the troy pound was the legal standard in England from the 15th century until 1878. In the United States, the troy pound was once the official standard for coinage but was abolished for commercial use in 1828.
Quick Reference Table
| Quarters (qr) | Troy Pounds (lb t) |
|---|---|
| 1 qr | 34.0278 lb t |
| 2 qr | 68.0556 lb t |
| 5 qr | 170.139 lb t |
| 10 qr | 340.278 lb t |
| 25 qr | 850.694 lb t |
| 50 qr | 1701.39 lb t |
| 100 qr | 3402.78 lb t |