Pica to Barleycorn Converter (pc to barleycorn)

How to convert picas to barleycorns

1 pica is equal to 0.5 barleycorns, and 1 barleycorn is equal to 2 picas. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

barleycorns = picas × 0.5
barleycorns = picas ÷ 2

Example: convert 15 pc to barleycorn: 15 × 0.5 = 7.5 barleycorn.

The modern (PostScript) pica is one sixth of an inch (4.233 mm), or 12 points. It's used in typography and page layout for column widths and margins.

Symbol: pc · 1 pc = 0.004233333333 m · Category: Typography

The barleycorn is one third of an inch (about 8.47 mm). It's still the basis of UK and US shoe sizes, where one size step is one barleycorn.

Symbol: barleycorn · 1 barleycorn = 0.008466666667 m · Category: Historical & cloth

Frequently asked questions

How many barleycorns are in a pica?

There are 0.5 barleycorns in 1 pica (pc).

How many picas are in a barleycorn?

1 barleycorn (barleycorn) equals 2 picas.

How do I convert picas to barleycorns?

Multiply the length in picas by 0.5. For example, 15 pc × 0.5 = 7.5 barleycorn.

How do I convert barleycorns to picas?

Divide the length in barleycorns by 0.5, or multiply it by 2. You can also use the Barleycorn to Pica converter.