Convert quarter (UK) to stone (UK)
Please provide values below to convert quarter (UK) [qr (UK)] to stone (UK) [st (UK)], or Convert stone (UK) to quarter (UK).
How to Convert Quarter (Uk) to Stone (Uk)
1 qr (UK) = 2 st (UK)
Example: convert 15 qr (UK) to st (UK):
15 qr (UK) = 15 × 2 st (UK) = 30 st (UK)
Quarter (Uk) to Stone (Uk) Conversion Table
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Quarter (Uk)
A quarter (qr) is a traditional unit of weight used in the UK, typically equal to one-quarter of a hundredweight, or 28 pounds (approximately 12.7 kilograms).
History/Origin
The quarter has historical roots in British measurement systems, originating from the need to divide larger weights into manageable parts. It was commonly used in trade and agriculture before the adoption of the metric system.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is largely obsolete in official measurement but may still be used informally in certain industries such as agriculture and livestock to denote weight, especially in the UK.
Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.