Gold hex code
The hex code for gold is #FFD700. In RGB that is rgb(255, 215, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(51, 100%, 50%).
The hex code for gold is #FFD700. In RGB that is rgb(255, 215, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(51, 100%, 50%).
Gold · #FFD700
Colour codes
- HEX
- #FFD700
- RGB
- rgb(255, 215, 0)
- HSL
- hsl(51, 100%, 50%)
- CMYK
- 0, 16, 100, 0
- CSS name
- gold
- Contrast on white
- 1.40:1
- Contrast on black
- 14.97:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #ffdf33
40% lighter · #ffe766
60% lighter · #ffef99
80% lighter · #fff7cc
20% darker · #ccac00
40% darker · #998100
60% darker · #665600
80% darker · #332b00
Complementary colour
Gold · #FFD700
Opposite on the colour wheel · #0026ff
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for gold?
The hex code for gold is #FFD700. In RGB that is rgb(255, 215, 0) and in HSL it is hsl(51, 100%, 50%).
Can I use gold for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 1.40:1 on white and 14.97:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with gold?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #0026FF. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of gold instead.
Is gold a CSS colour name?
Yes. CSS accepts the keyword gold, so color: gold and color: #FFD700 render exactly the same.