Pennyweights to grams
Type a value in pennyweights to see it in grams straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the pennyweights box.
- Read the result in grams as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
g = dwt × 1.55517384
Multiply the value in pennyweights by 1.55517384 to get grams.
Example
To convert 25 dwt to grams: 25 × 1.55517384 = 38.8793 g.
Conversion table
| Pennyweights (dwt) | Grams (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.55517 |
| 2 | 3.11035 |
| 3 | 4.66552 |
| 5 | 7.77587 |
| 10 | 15.5517 |
| 20 | 31.1035 |
| 25 | 38.8793 |
| 50 | 77.7587 |
| 100 | 155.517 |
| 250 | 388.793 |
| 500 | 777.587 |
| 1,000 | 1,555.17 |
About the units
- Pennyweight
- A troy unit for precious metals equal to 24 grains, or 1.55517384 grams, which is 1/20 of a troy ounce.
- Gram
- One thousandth of a kilogram, the usual unit for weighing gold and food.
Limits and caveats
- Results are rounded for display and computed with the browser's floating point precision (about 15 significant digits).
- Both unit factors are exact by their official definitions.
Questions about this tool
How many grams are in one pennyweight?
1 dwt = 1.55517 g exactly.
How do I convert pennyweights to grams?
Use g = dwt × 1.55517384. For example, 25 dwt = 38.8793 g.
How many pennyweights are in one gram?
1 g = 0.643015 dwt.
Are mass and weight the same thing?
Strictly no: mass is the amount of matter, in kilograms, while weight is the force of gravity on it, in newtons. Scales display mass, so everyday language uses the two words interchangeably.
What is the difference between an ounce and a troy ounce?
An ordinary ounce is 28.349523125 grams and is used for food and goods, while a troy ounce is 31.1034768 grams and is used to price gold and silver.