Seychellois units of measurement


Several units of measurement were used in Seychelles to measure quantities like, for example, capacity. The metric system has been compulsory in Seychelles. Before metric adoption, old French, British and some additional units were used.

System before metric system

Units from old French and British systems, were used before metrication.

Capacity

In addition to old French and British units, following units were used:
1 cash = 227.11 l
1 velt = cash.