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Weight/Mass | Convert from momme [Japan] to libra [ancient Rome] |
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Common Weight Conversions Metric Weight Conversions Unit Definition (momme [Japan]) The momme [Japan] is a traditional Japanese weight unit corresponding to the Chinese mace. Jewelers continue to use the momme to measure the weight of cultured pearls; for this purpose it equals exactly 3.75 grams (about 0.132 ounce) or 18.75 carats. The unit is commonly pronounced "mommy" in English. Unit Definition (libra [ancient Rome]) The libra [ancient Rome] is a traditional unit of weight. The libra was the Roman unit from which the English pound is descended; the symbol "lb" for the pound comes from this unit. The Roman libra contained only 12 unciae (ounces) and was about 0.722 English pound. The word "libra" is sometimes used now for the kilogram, a much larger unit.
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