Carat to Grain Converter
1 ct = 3.0865 gr
FORMULA
1 ct = 3.0865 gr
CONVERSION TABLE
| Carat (ct) | Grain (gr) |
|---|---|
| 1 ct | 3.0865 gr |
| 5 ct | 15.4324 gr |
| 10 ct | 30.8647 gr |
| 25 ct | 77.1618 gr |
| 50 ct | 154.3236 gr |
| 100 ct | 308.6472 gr |
| 250 ct | 771.6179 gr |
| 500 ct | 1,543.24 gr |
| 1,000 ct | 3,086.47 gr |
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About Carat (ct)
The metric carat equals exactly 200 milligrams and is the universal standard for measuring gemstone weight. Adopted internationally in 1907, the carat originated from the carob seed, which ancient gem traders believed had remarkably uniform weight. A one-carat diamond is approximately 6.5 mm in diameter.
About Grain (gr)
At 64.79891 milligrams, the grain is the smallest traditional unit of weight and is shared across the avoirdupois, troy, and apothecaries' systems. Ammunition manufacturers specify bullet weights in grains (a typical 9mm round uses a 115-grain bullet), and pharmacists historically measured drug doses in grains.
How to Convert Carat to Grain
The conversion formula is: 1 ct = 3.0865 gr. To convert from Carat (ct) to Grain (gr), use the formula above or the interactive converter at the top of this page.
FAQ
How many Grain in 1 Carat?
1 Carat (ct) equals 3.0865 Grain (gr).
How to convert Carat to Grain?
Multiply the Carat value by 3.0865 to get the equivalent in Grain. Formula: 1 ct = 3.0865 gr
What is the formula for Carat to Grain conversion?
1 ct = 3.0865 gr
Glossary
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Kilogram
The SI base unit of mass, defined by the Planck constant.
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Troy Weight
A system of weights used for precious metals and gemstones.
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Avoirdupois
The standard system of weights based on the 16-ounce pound, used for everyday goods.
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Ounce
A dual-use imperial unit: as a mass unit (avoirdupois), 1 oz = 28.3495 g (1/16 lb); as a volume unit, 1 US fluid ounce = 29.5735 mL.
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Pound
An imperial unit of mass equal to exactly 453.59237 grams (16 avoirdupois ounces), also used as a unit of force (pound-force) equal to 4.44822 newtons.