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Buying weed is supposed to be simple. You walk into a dispensary or shop and pay for what you want. However, the reality is quite different!
To buy weed, you have to know everything about weed measurements. Otherwise, you won’t be able to differentiate between a gram or half an ounce.
On top of that, street sellers have different slang for weed weights.
As a result, weed measurements can make anyone confused. However, you have nothing to worry about as we are here to enlighten you on weed weights.
Here is all you need to know.
The standard measurement of weed is expressed in terms of an ounce. An ounce is equal to around 28 grams. However, you can buy weed in smaller sizes too.
Here are the standard weed weights sold across the world:
A gram is used to measure mass in the metric system. It is one-thousandth of a kilogram and 1/28 of an ounce.
A gram of weed is the smallest measurement you can buy. It can be enough to roll 3 – 4 small joints or 1 – 2 moderate blunts.
A gram of weed can cost you £10 or more based on your country and the legalisation status of weed.
One-eighth of weed refers to 1/8 of an ounce or around 3.5 grams. It is the most common weight of weed sold in the UK or the USA. You may be able to roll 3 – 4 blunts out of one-eighth of weed.
Additionally, it can cost you £25 - £40 to purchase one-eighth weed. The price can be higher based on the city you live in, the quality of the weed, and more.
A quarter of weed (1/4 of an ounce) translates to around 7 grams. It is enough to last for a few days and give you the feeling of owning enough stash.
You may need to pay around £50 - £60 for a quarter of weed.
A half of weed is ½ of an ounce or 14 grams. It is quite a lot of weed and costs around £100 - £200.
An ounce of weed is the maximum amount you can possess in many states where marijuana is legal. It weighs approximately 28 grams and is the most affordable of the lot.
The price of weed generally dips as you buy more in quantity. You may need to shell out £200 above to score an ounce of weed.
In some places, smokers can buy even a pound of weed that weighs around 450 grams. It is also possible to purchase a kilogram of weed based on your location.
Street sellers and smokers use a lot of slang terms for weed measurements. Therefore, you should have an idea of the most common terms to ensure you get what you pay for.
Below are the slang terms used for weed weights:
A dime bag refers to a small plastic containing 1 gram of weed. Therefore, it is also the smallest amount you can purchase on the street.
A dime bag may cost you around £10, going by the price of weed on a gram basis.
A dub contains 2 grams of weed. It is enough for a few joints and costs around £20. Sometimes, £20 worth of weed may also be called a dub.
Additionally, the weight may vary based on the region of your purchase.
A slice of weed is the slang for one-eighth of weed. Therefore, the pack contains approximately 3.5grams of marijuana.
At some places, you may get 3 grams of weed in the name of a slice. It may cost you £30 to £40.
A zip of weed refers to one ounce of marijuana. It weighs around 28 grams and costs similar to what you pay in legal shops. You may need to part with £200 or more for a zip of weed based on where you live.
Additionally, it is the most affordable of the lot as you are buying your weed in bulk.
QP is short for a quarter-pound of weed. In most countries, this measurement is still not legal or can even amount to a criminal offence.
A quarter-pound of weed weighs over 100 grams. You will be able to roll 60 – 100 blunts without any hassle.
A QP of weed can be priced over £750.
Many smokers want to verify their dealer gave them the right measurement of weed. If you are one of them, you will have to take a few steps to achieve your goal.
Here is how you can measure your weed weight easily:
You can ask the shopkeeper to weigh the weed in front of you if you buy in bulk. If you forget the measurements, seek assistance from the staff.
They can help you get aware of how many grams are in a quarter or one-eighth of weed.
Another easy way to measure your weed is to weigh it on a small digital scale. You can even carry the scale in your pockets to the dispensary or your dealer.
Weigh the weed on your scale and note the results on the screen. Alternately, you can bring your weed home and weigh it in places where marijuana is not legal.
Weed measurements can lead to confusion easily. You need to remember the measures in grams to determine how much you want to buy. The lowest you can get is a gram of weed, while the upper limit is usually an ounce or 28 grams. However, it is also possible to buy more weed, like a quarter of a pound.
