Stone to Gram Conversion Calculator: Free Online Tool
Convert stones to grams with our free online weight converter.
Stone to Gram Calculator
How to Use the Calculator:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Stone).
- The converted value in Gram will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
- Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Weight category.
- Click the swap button (⇌) to reverse the conversion direction.
How to Convert Stone to Gram
Converting Stone to Gram involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.
Formula:
1 Stone = 6350.29 gramsExample Calculation:
Convert 5 stones: 5 × 6350.29 = 31751.5 grams
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What is a Stone and a Gram?
The stone (st) is a unit of mass in the British imperial system, defined as exactly 14 avoirdupois pounds. This is equivalent to approximately 6.35 kilograms.
The gram is a unit of mass in the metric system. Originally defined as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density, it is now defined as 1/1000 of a kilogram.
Note: The Stone is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The Gram belongs to the metric (SI) system.
History of the Stone and Gram
The stone has historical roots in trade, where actual stones were used as weights. Its value varied significantly by commodity and region before being standardized at 14 pounds in Britain for general purposes.
Introduced in France after the French Revolution as part of the metric system. It became a fundamental unit for scientific measurement.
Common Uses for stones and grams
Explore the typical applications for both Stone (imperial/US) and Gram (metric) to understand their common contexts.
Common Uses for stones
- Body Weight: Primarily used in the UK and Ireland to express human body weight.
- Animal Weighing: Occasionally used informally for weighing large animals or agricultural produce in some Commonwealth countries.
- Historical Usage: Largely historical or colloquial use outside of body weight context.
Common Uses for grams
- Cooking & Baking: Standard unit worldwide for measuring dry ingredients like flour, sugar, spices, and non-liquid items like butter.
- Groceries: Used for labeling the net weight of many packaged food products (e.g., cereal boxes, canned goods, snacks).
- Science: Common unit for mass measurements in chemistry labs, biology, and physics experiments.
- Jewelry & Precious Metals: Often used to measure the weight of gold, silver, and gemstones.
- Postal Services: Used globally for determining the weight and cost of letters and small parcels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Stone (st)
How many pounds are in a stone?
There are 14 pounds (lb) in 1 stone (st).
Is the stone used outside the UK and Ireland?
Its use is very limited outside the UK and Ireland, mainly for historical context or by people familiar with imperial body weight measurements.
Why is it called a stone?
The name originates from the historical practice of using stones of a standardized size as weight standards in trade.
About Gram (g)
Is the gram part of the metric system?
Yes, the gram (g) is a fundamental unit of mass in the metric system, equivalent to 1/1000 of a kilogram.
What is a gram commonly used for?
It's widely used for measuring small masses, especially in cooking, groceries, science labs, and for weighing precious metals.
How many grams are in a kilogram?
There are exactly 1000 grams (g) in 1 kilogram (kg).
Conversion Table: Stone to Gram
| Stone (st) | Gram (g) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 6,350.293 |
| 5 | 31,751.466 |
| 10 | 63,502.932 |
| 25 | 158,757.33 |
| 50 | 317,514.659 |
| 100 | 635,029.318 |
| 500 | 3,175,146.59 |
| 1,000 | 6,350,293.18 |
All Weight Conversions
Other Units from Weight
- Kilogram (kg)
- Milligram (mg)
- Pound (lb)
- Ounce (oz)
- Ton (metric) (t)
- Ton (US) (ton)
- Ton (UK) (long ton)
- Microgram (µg)
- Carat (ct)
- Slug (sl)
- Troy Ounce (oz t)
- Pennyweight (dwt)
- Grain (gr)
- Dram (dr)
- Quintal (q)
- Atomic Mass Unit (u)
- Pavan (India) (pavan)
- Kati (India) (kati)
- Masha (India) (masha)
- Dina (India) (dina)
- Pras (India) (pras)
- Lota (India) (lota)