Carat to Gram Converter
1 ct = 0.200000 g
FORMULA
1 ct = 0.200000 g
CONVERSION TABLE
| Carat (ct) | Gram (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 ct | 0.2 g |
| 5 ct | 1 g |
| 10 ct | 2 g |
| 25 ct | 5 g |
| 50 ct | 10 g |
| 100 ct | 20 g |
| 250 ct | 50 g |
| 500 ct | 100 g |
| 1,000 ct | 200 g |
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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 Gram (g)
One thousandth of a kilogram, the gram is the practical unit for cooking ingredients, nutritional labeling, and postal weight. A standard paper clip weighs about one gram, and food packaging worldwide lists nutritional values per 100 grams, making it one of the most frequently encountered metric measurements.
How to Convert Carat to Gram
The conversion formula is: 1 ct = 0.200000 g. To convert from Carat (ct) to Gram (g), use the formula above or the interactive converter at the top of this page.
FAQ
How many Gram in 1 Carat?
1 Carat (ct) equals 0.200000 Gram (g).
How to convert Carat to Gram?
Multiply the Carat value by 0.200000 to get the equivalent in Gram. Formula: 1 ct = 0.200000 g
What is the formula for Carat to Gram conversion?
1 ct = 0.200000 g
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.