Tola vs Gram in Dubai: Complete Conversion Guide & Bullion History
Everything you need to know about tola vs gram in Dubai. 1 tola = 11.6638 grams. Conversion tables, TT bar specifications, and why South Asian buyers prefer tolas.
What is a Tola?
The tola is a traditional South Asian unit of mass with ancient roots. In 1833, the British East India Company officially standardized the tola to weigh exactly 180 troy grains, which corresponds precisely to 11.6638038 grams (or 0.375 troy ounces).
Quick Conversion Reference Table
| Tolas | Grams | Troy Ounces | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Tola | 11.6638 g | 0.3750 oz t | Standard personal bullion unit |
| 2.5 Tolas | 29.1595 g | 0.9375 oz t | Small cast bar |
| 5 Tolas | 58.3190 g | 1.8750 oz t | Traditional half-biscuit |
| 10 Tolas | 116.6380 g | 3.7500 oz t | 1 TT Bar ("Gold Biscuit") |
| 100 Tolas | 1,166.38 g | 37.500 oz t | Commercial wholesale brick |
Why Dubai Still Trades Extensively in Tolas
Although the UAE metricated its commercial standards to grams and kilograms decades ago, Dubai's bullion souks maintain active tola pricing because millions of customers originating from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Nepal calculate bridal wealth and gold savings exclusively in tolas.
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