Tola to Grams Conversion Calculator

The tola, also transliterated as tolah or tole, is an old Indian and South Asian unit of mass, now standardized as 180 grains (11.6638038 grams) or exactly 3/8 troy ounce.

Note: there is also a Pakistan tola, which equals 12.5 grams. In this article, we are referring to the standard/Indian tola of 180 grains. Also, some sources use the term "new tola," which equals 10g. Again, traditional tola varied, but it was standardized long ago as 180 grains, and as such, it should be used.

To convert tola to grams, write the value in tola and click 'Calculate' to convert it:

How to Convert Tola to Grams

As said before, the relation between tolas and grams is:

1 tola = 11.6638038 grams

1g = 1/11.6638038 tola = ~0.085735324183

For example, if you want to convert 100 tolas into grams, multiply 100 with 11.6638038:

100 tola = 100 * 11.6638038 = 1166.38038 grams = 1.16638038 kg

Tola to Grams Conversion Table

If You wish to convert values that are not in the table, please use the conversion calculator or check the following examples:

1 tola to grams

To convert a value in tola to grams, multiply the value of tola by 11.6638038 grams. Thus 1 tola equals:

1 tola = 1 * 11.6638038 grams = 11.6638038 grams

The Brief History of Tola

The tola is a traditional South Asian unit of mass, originating and predominantly used in India. Historically, it played a crucial role in the Indian and South Asian economic and cultural landscape, especially in the trading and measurement of precious metals like gold and silver.

The standard tola, as traditionally used in India, is equivalent to 180 grains or 11.6638038 grams. This measurement was widely recognized and employed in various regions across the Indian subcontinent.

Over time, the tola's significance extended beyond mere trade and commerce. It became an integral part of cultural practices, especially in the context of weddings and religious events, where gold and silver measured in tolas were common gifts. The tola's value in grains and grams made it a practical and standardized unit, aiding in the consistency of trade and the valuation of precious items.

However, the tola's usage varied in different regions. For instance, in other areas of South Asia, variations of the tola with slight differences in weight were observed.

These regional variations, while minor, reflected the diverse commercial practices and cultural nuances of different areas. Despite these regional differences, the standard Indian tola remained the most widely recognized and used measure.

In modern times, with the adoption of the metric system, the use of the tola has declined, being replaced by grams and kilograms. Yet, its legacy remains, particularly in the realms of jewelry and traditional commerce, where it is still used as a unit of measure, symbolizing the rich historical and cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent.