Question 1

What is a masha?

Accepted Answer

A masha is an Indian/South Asian weight unit = 0.97 grams. Used for gold jewelry. 8 rattis = 1 masha, 12 mashas = 1 tola.

Question 2

How is masha used in gold trade?

Accepted Answer

Indian jewelers often use mashas for gold. 1 tola = 12 mashas ≈ 11.66 grams. Prices may be quoted per masha.

Question 3

Is there a difference between mass and weight?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Mass (kg) is amount of matter, constant everywhere. Weight (newtons or pounds-force) is gravitational force on mass, varies by location.

Question 4

Why do jewelry and precious metals use different units?

Accepted Answer

Troy system (troy ounces, pennyweights) has been used for precious metals since the Middle Ages. 1 troy oz = 31.1g vs 1 regular oz = 28.35g.

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