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Record 1 2007-07-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Scientific Measurements and Analyses
  • Precious Metals (Metallurgy)
DEF

A system of units for measuring mass, traditionally used for weighing gems and precious metals. One pound troy weight is equal to about 0.373 kilograms.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Mesures et analyse (Sciences)
  • Métaux précieux (Métallurgie)
DEF

Système pondéral d'origine anglaise, devenu international pour les métaux précieux. Il a pour origine les poids utilisés à Troyes à l'époque médiévale. La livre troy de 12 onces vaut 373,242 g.

OBS

On retrouve, moins fréquemment, ces termes avec une majuscule à «troy».

Spanish

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