Point to Barleycorn Converter (pt to barleycorn)

How to convert points to barleycorns

1 point is equal to 0.04166666667 barleycorns, and 1 barleycorn is equal to 24 points. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

barleycorns = points × 0.04166666667
barleycorns = points ÷ 24

Example: convert 15 pt to barleycorn: 15 × 0.04166666667 = 0.625 barleycorn.

The desktop publishing (PostScript) point is 1/72 of an inch (0.3528 mm). Font sizes such as 12 pt are measured in points.

Symbol: pt · 1 pt = 0.0003527777778 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 point?

There are 0.04166666667 barleycorns in 1 point (pt).

How many points are in a barleycorn?

1 barleycorn (barleycorn) equals 24 points.

How do I convert points to barleycorns?

Multiply the length in points by 0.04166666667. For example, 15 pt × 0.04166666667 = 0.625 barleycorn.

How do I convert barleycorns to points?

Divide the length in barleycorns by 0.04166666667, or multiply it by 24. You can also use the Barleycorn to Point converter.