5e Money Weight Calculator

Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition (D&D 5e) players often need to know how much their coins weigh. This calculator helps you determine the total weight of your D&D 5e money in pounds, kilograms, and ounces.

How to Use This Calculator

Using the 5e Money Weight Calculator is simple:

Enter the number of each type of coin you have in the corresponding fields.
Select your preferred weight unit (pounds, kilograms, or ounces).
Click "Calculate" to see the total weight of your coins.
Use the "Reset" button to clear all fields and start over.

The calculator will display the total weight of your coins in the selected unit, along with a breakdown of the weight contributed by each type of coin.

Formula Used

The weight of D&D 5e coins is calculated using the following formula:

Total Weight = (Copper × 0.02) + (Silver × 0.1) + (Electrum × 0.5) + (Gold × 0.2) + (Platinum × 0.3)

Where:

Copper = Number of copper pieces
Silver = Number of silver pieces
Electrum = Number of electrum pieces
Gold = Number of gold pieces
Platinum = Number of platinum pieces

The weights are in ounces. To convert to pounds, divide by 16. To convert to kilograms, multiply by 0.0283495.

This formula is based on the official D&D 5e rules for coin weights.

Worked Example

Let's calculate the weight of a typical adventurer's purse:

100 copper pieces
50 silver pieces
20 gold pieces

Using the formula:

Total Weight = (100 × 0.02) + (50 × 0.1) + (20 × 0.2)

= 2 + 5 + 4

= 11 ounces

Converted to pounds: 11 ÷ 16 = 0.6875 pounds

Converted to kilograms: 11 × 0.0283495 ≈ 0.312 kg

FAQ

What are the standard weights of D&D 5e coins?

In D&D 5e, the standard weights are:

Copper: 0.02 oz (1/50 lb)
Silver: 0.1 oz (1/10 lb)
Electrum: 0.5 oz (1/2 lb)
Gold: 0.2 oz (1/5 lb)
Platinum: 0.3 oz (3/10 lb)

How does the weight of coins affect my character?

The weight of coins can affect your character's encumbrance. The rules state that a character can carry up to 15 times their Strength score in pounds without penalty. Exceeding this limit reduces movement speed and imposes other penalties.

Can I use this calculator for other tabletop RPGs?

This calculator is specifically designed for D&D 5e coin weights. Other RPGs may have different coin weights, so this calculator may not be appropriate for them.