Momme (匁) to Grams
One momme is 3.75 g. It is the international unit for trading pearls and also labels the weight of silk fabric. It matches the Korean don.
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Common values
Formula
g = 匁 × 3.75
Silk described as “16 momme” refers to fabric thickness by convention, not the weight of your piece. Higher numbers mean heavier cloth.
Frequently asked questions
QHow many g is 1 匁?
1 匁 is 3.75 g, and 10 匁 is 37.5 g. Type any value in the box above to convert instantly.
QAnd how many 匁 is 1 g?
1 g is 0.267 匁. This converter works both ways, so typing in the right box updates the left one.
QWhere is this unit used?
Silk described as “16 momme” refers to fabric thickness by convention, not the weight of your piece. Higher numbers mean heavier cloth.
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Traditional units (geun, doe, majigi and so on) vary by region and product.