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Convert Tola to Tael

Convert tolas to taels instantly. 1 tola = 0.3085714626 tael — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Tael to Tola 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

Indian / South Asian

Tola

What is a tola?

The tola equals 180 troy grains, about 11.6638 grams (three-eighths of a troy ounce).

Origin of the tola

From Sanskrit 'tula', meaning a balance or weighing.

Where it is used

The primary unit for gold and silver across India, Pakistan, and Nepal.

When and where it was developed

Fixed at 180 grains under British India in 1833.

Troy & Apothecary

Tael

What is a tael?

The tael equals about 37.8 grams (ten mace).

Origin of the tael

From Malay 'tahil'; the Chinese unit is the 'liang'.

Where it is used

East Asian precious-metal and traditional-medicine commerce.

When and where it was developed

A long-standing East Asian trade weight, with regional variants.

Tola to Tael 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 tolas and taels:

1 tola = 0.3085714626 tael
1 tael = 3.2407403835 tola

To convert tolas to taels, multiply the value in tolas by 0.3085714626. To reverse, multiply taels by 3.2407403835.

How to use this converter

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

Step-by-step: convert tolas to taels

  1. Write down the value in tolas (tola).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.3085714626.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in taels (tael).
  4. To reverse, multiply the tael value by 3.2407403835.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 tola to tael:
1 × 0.3085714626 = 0.3085714626 tael

Example 2 — Convert 100 tola to tael:
100 × 0.3085714626 = 30.8571462586 tael

Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions

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

10 tola × 0.3085714626 = 3.0857146259 tael

Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions

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

5 tola × 0.3085714626 = 1.5428573129 tael

Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements

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

30 tola × 0.3085714626 = 9.2571438776 tael

Tola to Tael conversion table

Standard reference values for converting tolas to taels:

Tola [tola]Tael [tael]
0.010.0030857146
0.10.0308571463
10.3085714626
20.6171429252
30.9257143878
41.2342858503
51.5428573129
103.0857146259
206.1714292517
309.2571438776
4012.3428585034
5015.4285731293
10030.8571462586
500154.2857312928
1000308.5714625856

Frequently asked questions

How many taels is 1 tola?
1 tola equals 0.3085714626 tael.
How do I convert tolas to taels?
Multiply the value in tolas by 0.3085714626 to get taels.
How do I convert taels back to tolas?
Multiply the value in taels by 3.2407403835, or use the Tael to Tola converter.
How many taels is 100 tolas?
100 tolas equals 30.8571462586 taels, because 100 × 0.3085714626 = 30.8571462586.

Convert Tola to other weight units

Show all Tola conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Indian / South Asian (5 units)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Astronomical (4 units)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Force / Engineering (5 units)

Sources & references

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