The Standard Bullion Definition of 1 Tola
Historically derived from the weight of 1 British silver rupee coin (180 troy grains), 1 Tola was standardized at 11.6638 grams. Today, all Sarafa associations across Pakistan (Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Multan, Quetta) price gold per tola using this exact metric constant.
Traditional Weight Equivalents Table
| Unit Name | Equivalent in Tolas | Equivalent in Grams | Current 24K Rate (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Tola | 1.000 Tola | 11.6638 g | Rs. 451,799 |
| 10 Grams | 0.85735 Tola | 10.0000 g | Rs. 387,352 |
| 1 Gram | 0.08573 Tola | 1.0000 g | Rs. 38,735.15 |
| 1 Troy Ounce | 2.6666 Tola | 31.1035 g | Rs. 1,204,799 |
| 1 Masha (1/12 tola) | 0.0833 Tola | 0.9720 g | Rs. 37,650 |
| 1 Ratti (1/96 tola) | 0.0104 Tola | 0.1215 g | Rs. 4,706 |
Live Bullion Context
Today's 24K Gold Rate in Pakistan: Rs. 451,799 / tola
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Sources & Reference Material:
- Weights and Measures Act
- Karachi Sarafa Jewellers Association
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a tola 10 grams or 11.66 grams?
A tola is officially 11.6638 grams. Some retail gold coins in other regions are informally minted in 10-gram rounds, but standard Pakistani Sarafa pricing for 1 tola always refers to 11.6638 grams.
How many tolas are in 1 kilogram of gold?
1 kilogram (1,000 grams) equals approximately 85.735 tolas of gold (1,000 ÷ 11.6638).