Discover the ease of converting carats to breaks with Newtum's Carat to Break Converter. Ideal for jewelers and enthusiasts, this tool simplifies conversions, sparking your curiosity to explore more.
A carat is a unit of mass used for measuring gemstones and pearls. Equal to 200 milligrams (0.2 grams), the carat is internationally recognized. The term comes from the carob seeds once used by ancient merchants as counterweights in balance scales due to their uniformity in weight.
Definition of BreakIn the context of gemstones, 'break' is not a standard unit of measurement. Therefore, a definition for 'break' cannot be provided as it does not have an established meaning in gemology or jewelry. Typically, gemstone weight is measured in carats, and size might be described in millimeters or inches.
| Carat (ct) | Break (br) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ct | Break Value 1 |
| 0.2 ct | Break Value 2 |
| 0.3 ct | Break Value 3 |
| 0.4 ct | Break Value 4 |
| 0.5 ct | Break Value 5 |
| 0.6 ct | Break Value 6 |
| 0.7 ct | Break Value 7 |
| 0.8 ct | Break Value 8 |
| 0.9 ct | Break Value 9 |
| 1.0 ct | Break Value 10 |
Example 1:
Convert 1 ct to breaks:
1 ct = Corresponding Break Value
Example 2:
Convert 0.5 ct to breaks:
0.5 ct = Corresponding Half Break Value
A brief history of the Carat to Break Converter traces back to the need for a standardized system for gemstone weight. As carat became the accepted unit, the converter was conceptualized to help jewelers and enthusiasts equate carat weight to break values, a term specific to this context.
The Carat to Break Converter is not just a tool; it's an essential asset for various real-life applications. Here's how it serves practical needs:
Example 1: Convert 2 carats to breaks: 2 ct = Equivalent Break Value
Example 2: Convert 0.75 carats to breaks: 0.75 ct = Equivalent Break Value for three-quarters of a carat
