Why is pounds shortened to LBs?
Question
In regards to weight, why is the shortening of pounds “LB”? Why no, PN or PD?Nick, Greenford
Answer
** Definitive **Name: Jessica, Brent
Qualification: Primary school knowledge from pounds, shillings and pence
Answer: LB stands for Libra, which is the Latin word for pound. It’s the same the reason in currency, pounds were “LB”, shillings (solidus) and pence “D” (denarius). The £ sign is from the first letter of the Latin word Libra.