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Pennyweight (pwt)
The pennyweight (pwt) is a unit of mass traditionally used in the precious metals and jewelry industries. It is part of the troy and apothecary weight systems.
One pennyweight equals 1/20 of a troy ounce, or 24 grains, which is approximately 1.555 grams.
Pennyweights are commonly used to measure gold, silver, and gemstones, offering a precise small-scale weight unit for valuable materials.
Summary:
1 pennyweight = 1/20 troy ounce ≈ 1.555 grams
Used mainly in precious metals and jewelry
Part of the troy weight system
Ton (Assay) (UK) [AT (UK)]
The assay ton (UK) is a traditional British unit of weight used mainly in the mining industry for assaying ores. It is specifically designed to standardize the quantity of ore tested to determine its precious metal content.
One UK assay ton is equal to 28 pounds (about 12.7 kilograms). This is different from the British long ton (2,240 pounds) and allows for consistent sampling in metallurgical testing.
The assay ton (UK) provides a practical and uniform measurement for assessing the value of mineral deposits, especially in the context of gold and silver extraction.