Pennyweight to Kilogram Converter
Convert Pennyweight (dwt) to Kilogram (kg) instantly. 1 dwt = 0.001555 kg.
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1 dwt = 0.001555 kg
Formula:
kg = dwt × 0.0015551738With your value: 1 dwt = 0.00155517 kg
How big is that?
Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in pennyweight so you can sanity-check the result.
Other Pennyweight to Kilogram conversions
Pennyweight to Kilogram Conversion Table
| Pennyweight (dwt) | Kilogram (kg) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.000778 |
| 1 | 0.001555 |
| 2 | 0.00311 |
| 5 | 0.007776 |
| 10 | 0.015552 |
| 15 | 0.023328 |
| 20 | 0.031103 |
| 25 | 0.038879 |
| 50 | 0.077759 |
| 100 | 0.155517 |
| 250 | 0.388793 |
| 500 | 0.777587 |
| 1000 | 1.555174 |
Kilogram to Pennyweight Conversion Table
| Kilogram (kg) | Pennyweight (dwt) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 321.507466 |
| 1 | 643.014931 |
| 2 | 1,286.029863 |
| 5 | 3,215.074657 |
| 10 | 6,430.149314 |
| 15 | 9,645.223971 |
| 20 | 12,860.298627 |
| 25 | 16,075.373284 |
| 50 | 32,150.746569 |
| 100 | 64,301.493137 |
| 250 | 160,753.732843 |
| 500 | 321,507.465686 |
| 1000 | 643,014.931373 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Pennyweight (dwt)
Mass
Traceable to the kilogram, defined by fixing the Planck constant at 6.626 070 15 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s. Avoirdupois masses derive from the 1959 international pound (0.453 592 37 kg exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Kilogram (kg)
Mass
The kilogram is defined by taking the Planck constant to be exactly 6.626 070 15 × 10⁻³⁴ J·s.
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Pennyweight to Kilogram
To convert from Pennyweight (dwt) to Kilogram (kg), multiply the value by 0.0015551738.
Formula: kg = dwt × 0.0015551738
Reverse: dwt = kg × 643.0149313726
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Pennyweight. For example: 5 dwt
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.0015551738
- The result is: 0.007776 kg
About Pennyweight
The pennyweight (dwt) equals 1/20 of a troy ounce, about 1.555 grams. Jewellers still price scrap gold by the pennyweight.
Common uses: jewellery trade, gold scrap, assaying.
About Kilogram
The kilogram is the base unit of mass in the SI system. Since 2019, it is defined by the Planck constant rather than a physical artifact.
Fun Fact: Until 2019, the kilogram was defined by a platinum-iridium cylinder kept in Paris, called "Le Grand K."
Common uses: body weight, cooking, shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Kilogram are in 1 Pennyweight?
There are exactly 0.0015551738 Kilogram in 1 Pennyweight. This means the conversion factor from Pennyweight to Kilogram is 0.0015551738.
What is the formula to convert Pennyweight to Kilogram?
The formula to convert Pennyweight to Kilogram is: kg = dwt × 0.0015551738. For example, to convert 10 Pennyweight to Kilogram, you would multiply 10 by 0.0015551738.
What is a Pennyweight?
The pennyweight (dwt) equals 1/20 of a troy ounce, about 1.555 grams. Jewellers still price scrap gold by the pennyweight.
What is a Kilogram?
The kilogram is the base unit of mass in the SI system. Since 2019, it is defined by the Planck constant rather than a physical artifact.
What are the common uses of Pennyweight?
The Pennyweight is commonly used in jewellery trade, gold scrap, assaying.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Pennyweight to Kilogram converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/pennyweight-to-kilogram