Convert Ounces to Stone
1 oz = 0.00446428 st
Conversion Table
| ounces (oz) | stone (st) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.00223214 |
| 1 | 0.00446428 |
| 2 | 0.00892857 |
| 5 | 0.0223214 |
| 10 | 0.0446428 |
| 25 | 0.111607 |
| 50 | 0.223214 |
| 100 | 0.446428 |
| 250 | 1.1161 |
| 500 | 2.2321 |
| 1000 | 4.4643 |
How to Convert ounces to stone
To convert ounces to stone, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 oz = 0.0446428 st
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About ounces and stone
The Conversion Formula
To convert ounces to stone, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 oz = 0.00446428 st. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 oz to stone: 25 × 0.00446428 = 0.111607 st. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 0.00446428, or equivalently multiply by 224.
About ounces
The ounce derives from the Roman 'uncia', meaning 'one twelfth', originally referring to 1/12th of a Roman pound. However, in the modern avoirdupois system used in the US and UK, an ounce is 1/16th of a pound. This unit is critical for precision in non-metric cooking and for measuring precious metals (though gold uses the 'troy ounce', which is slightly heavier). ounces are commonly used in Steak and meat portioning, Postal letter weights, Precious metals (Troy oz), and Liquid volume (fluid oz - different unit), Spices and seasonings.
A AA battery weighs just under 1 ounce.
About stone
The stone is a quintessential British unit, historically used to weigh agricultural commodities like wool and wax. Its weight varied by town and product until being standardized at 14 pounds in 1835. While no longer used for trade, it remains the primary way people in the UK and Ireland describe their body weight. You might hear someone say they weigh '10 stone 7' (147 lbs). stone are commonly used in Human body weight (UK/Ireland), Boxing commentary (UK), Jockey weights, and Historical trade records.
A medium-sized dog might weigh around 1 stone (14 lbs).
When Would You Convert ounces to stone?
Converting between ounces and stone is one of the most common weight conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 oz = 0.00446428 st) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.