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Convert Mace to Pennyweight

Convert maces to pennyweights instantly. 1 mace = 2.4305553501 pennyweight — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Pennyweight to Mace converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Troy & Apothecary

Mace

What is a mace?

The mace equals one-tenth of a tael, about 3.78 grams.

Origin of the mace

From the Chinese 'qian'; 'mace' is the European trade name.

Where it is used

Chinese and Southeast Asian gold and traditional-medicine trade.

When and where it was developed

Part of the traditional Chinese tael system.

Troy & Apothecary

Pennyweight

What is a pennyweight?

The pennyweight (dwt) equals one-twentieth of a troy ounce, 24 grains (about 1.555 g).

Origin of the pennyweight

From the mass of a medieval English silver penny; symbol dwt from 'denarius weight'.

Where it is used

Jewelry making and precious-metal scrap valuation in the US.

When and where it was developed

Derived from the medieval English coinage system.

Mace to Pennyweight conversion formula

Note: this conversion uses a generally accepted modern value. Historical and regional definitions of this unit varied across times and places.

The relationship between maces and pennyweights:

1 mace = 2.4305553501 dwt
1 dwt = 0.4114286062 mace

To convert maces to pennyweights, multiply the value in maces by 2.4305553501. To reverse, multiply pennyweights by 0.4114286062.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in pennyweights updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Pennyweight to Mace converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert maces to pennyweights

  1. Write down the value in maces (mace).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 2.4305553501.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in pennyweights (dwt).
  4. To reverse, multiply the pennyweight value by 0.4114286062.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 mace to dwt:
1 × 2.4305553501 = 2.4305553501 dwt

Example 2 — Convert 100 mace to dwt:
100 × 2.4305553501 = 243.0555350148 dwt

Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions

A postcard is about 5 maces wide. Converting to pennyweights is essential for international postal addressing forms that ask for dimensions in different units across countries.

5 mace × 2.4305553501 = 12.1527767507 dwt

Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements

A 30-mace school ruler converts cleanly to pennyweights — useful when buying a desk accessory from a retailer whose product specs use a different unit.

30 mace × 2.4305553501 = 72.9166605044 dwt

Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions

A 10-mace fastener or component is about as long as a thumbnail. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts convert between maces and pennyweights daily when mixing metric and imperial tools.

10 mace × 2.4305553501 = 24.3055535015 dwt

Mace to Pennyweight conversion table

Standard reference values for converting maces to pennyweights:

Mace [mace]Pennyweight [dwt]
0.010.0243055535
0.10.243055535
12.4305553501
24.8611107003
37.2916660504
49.7222214006
512.1527767507
1024.3055535015
2048.611107003
3072.9166605044
4097.2222140059
50121.5277675074
100243.0555350148
5001215.277675074
10002430.555350148

Frequently asked questions

How many pennyweights is 1 mace?
1 mace equals 2.4305553501 pennyweight.
How do I convert maces to pennyweights?
Multiply the value in maces by 2.4305553501 to get pennyweights.
How do I convert pennyweights back to maces?
Multiply the value in pennyweights by 0.4114286062, or use the Pennyweight to Mace converter.
How many pennyweights is 100 maces?
100 maces equals 243.0555350148 pennyweights, because 100 × 2.4305553501 = 243.0555350148.

Convert Mace to other weight units

Show all Mace conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Troy & Apothecary (9 units)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Astronomical (4 units)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Force / Engineering (5 units)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 mace = 2.4305553501 dwt) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.