Metallic Gold hex code
The hex code for metallic gold is #D4AF37. In RGB that is rgb(212, 175, 55) and in HSL it is hsl(46, 65%, 52%).
The hex code for metallic gold is #D4AF37. In RGB that is rgb(212, 175, 55) and in HSL it is hsl(46, 65%, 52%).
Metallic Gold · #D4AF37
Colour codes
- HEX
- #D4AF37
- RGB
- rgb(212, 175, 55)
- HSL
- hsl(46, 65%, 52%)
- CMYK
- 0, 17, 74, 17
- Contrast on white
- 2.10:1
- Contrast on black
- 9.99:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #ddbf5f
40% lighter · #e5cf87
60% lighter · #eedfaf
80% lighter · #f6efd7
20% darker · #aa8c2c
40% darker · #7f6921
60% darker · #554616
80% darker · #2a230b
Complementary colour
Metallic Gold · #D4AF37
Opposite on the colour wheel · #355ad4
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for metallic gold?
The hex code for metallic gold is #D4AF37. In RGB that is rgb(212, 175, 55) and in HSL it is hsl(46, 65%, 52%).
Can I use metallic gold for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 2.10:1 on white and 9.99:1 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 metallic gold?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #355AD4. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of metallic gold instead.
Is metallic gold a CSS colour name?
No. Metallic Gold is a common name rather than a CSS keyword, and different sources use slightly different values. #D4AF37 is the most widely used one - use the hex value in CSS.