1 quarter is equal to approximately 11.34 grams.
A quarter is an old unit of mass used primarily in the UK, where one quarter equals one-quarter of a hundredweight. Since one hundredweight (cwt) equals 112 pounds, dividing this by four gives 28 pounds. Converting pounds to grams (1 pound = 453.59237 grams), we get about 11.34 grams per quarter.
Conversion of 1 quarter to grams
Result in grams:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from quarter to grams is based on the relation that 1 quarter equals 1/4 of a hundredweight (cwt). Since 1 cwt equals 112 pounds, 1 quarter equals 28 pounds. To convert pounds to grams, multiply the number of pounds by 453.59237. The formula is: grams = quarters × 28 × 453.59237. For example, converting 2 quarters: 2 × 28 × 453.59237 = 25396.078 grams.
Conversion Example
- Converting 3 quarters:
- Number of quarters: 3
- Calculate pounds: 3 × 28 = 84 pounds
- Convert pounds to grams: 84 × 453.59237 = 38,089.44 grams
- Converting 0.5 quarters:
- Number of quarters: 0.5
- Pounds: 0.5 × 28 = 14 pounds
- Grams: 14 × 453.59237 = 6,349.28 grams
- Converting -2 quarters:
- Number of quarters: -2
- Pounds: -2 × 28 = -56 pounds
- Grams: -56 × 453.59237 = -25,396.08 grams
Conversion Chart
| Quarters | Grams |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -30550.03 |
| -20.0 | -25458.36 |
| -16.0 | -20366.69 |
| -12.0 | -15275.02 |
| -8.0 | -10183.35 |
| -4.0 | -5089.67 |
| 0.0 | 0.00 |
| 4.0 | 5089.67 |
| 8.0 | 10183.35 |
| 12.0 | 15275.02 |
| 16.0 | 20366.69 |
| 20.0 | 25458.36 |
| 24.0 | 30550.03 |
| 26.0 | 33004.36 |
This chart shows different quarter values and their equivalent in grams. You can read the quarter value in the first column and find its corresponding gram amount in the second column to quickly see the conversion results.
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Conversion Definitions
A quarter is an old unit of mass used mainly in the UK, equal to one-quarter of a hundredweight (112 pounds). It is a measure of weight historically used for commodities like wool or produce, roughly 11.34 grams, though its actual value varies regionally and historically.
Grams are a metric unit of mass, widely used globally, especially in scientific, medical, and everyday measurements. One gram is one thousandth of a kilogram, and it provides a precise, decimal-based system for measuring weight, suitable for small quantities and detailed calculations.
Conversion FAQs
How precise is the quarter to grams conversion for small quantities?
The conversion provides an approximation based on the traditional definition of a quarter as roughly 11.34 grams. Small variations in historical or regional definitions might cause slight differences, but for most practical purposes, the calculation is sufficiently accurate.
Can I use this conversion for different types of materials?
Yes, but only if the quarter measurement refers to weight, not volume. For different substances, especially those with different densities, converting weight to volume requires additional information about the material’s density to ensure accuracy.
Why does the conversion formula multiply by 28 and 453.59237?
Because a quarter equals 28 pounds, and each pound contains 453.59237 grams. Multiplying the number of quarters by 28 gives pounds, then multiplying by 453.59237 converts pounds to grams, resulting in the total weight in grams.
Is the quarter still used in modern measurements?
In some regions, the quarter is still used historically or informally, especially in agricultural or commodity trading contexts. However, the metric system and international standards favor grams for most precise and consistent measurements today.
Last Updated : 02 June, 2025
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