The colour gold is a warm, metallic hue often associated with wealth, luxury and excellence. The colour gold symbolises value and accessibility and is often used in the creation of prestigious awards and trophies such as the Academy Award or the Nobel Prize. In addition, gold jewellery and ornaments are popular for their stunning appearance and often symbolise luxury and elegance.
In psychology, the colour gold conveys wealth and power, and is also associated with luck and prosperity. The colour gold attracts attention and attracts the eye, so it is often used in advertising and media campaigns to enhance the value and appeal of products. Gold is also associated with holidays and special occasions, as its brightness and shine create a special atmosphere.
RGB and HEX colour codes for gold
The gold colour is RGB (255, 215, 0) and the HEX code is #FFD700.
The colour gold represents luxury and wealth.
| Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
|---|---|
| Hex |
#FFD700 |
| RGB |
rgb(255, 215, 0) |
| HSL |
hsl(51, 100%, 50%) |
| HSV/HSB |
hsv(51, 100%, 100%) |
| CMYK |
cmyk(0, 16, 100, 0) |
| Contrasting colour |
#57FFFF |
| Complementary colour |
#003080 |
Dark and light shades of gold
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Dark shades
Light shades
Complementary colour palettes of gold
The gold colour gives an elegant and rich look to any design. Below are the different colour palettes of gold to suit different styles and moods.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
what is the colour of gold?
The colour of gold is a warm, yellow metallic hue that shimmers and shines like real gold. The colour suggests richness and luxury, and is often used with orange and brownish tones to make it even warmer and brighter. The colour gold is often associated with excellence and honour.
What determines the colour of gold?
The colour of gold depends on several factors. The different shades of gold are mostly determined by the metals mixed into the alloy. Pure gold (24 carat) has an intense yellow colour. However, in practical applications, gold is often alloyed with other metals to increase its hardness and reduce its cost:
- **White gold**: Alloyed with silver, palladium or nickel.
- **Rose gold**: The characteristic colour is obtained by adding copper.
- **Green gold**: an alloy of silver and small amounts of copper gives a greenish hue.
In addition, surface treatments, such as electroplating, also affect the colour of gold. The choice of gold colour depends on the intended application, be it jewellery, ornamentation or industrial use.
How is gold colour mixing possible?
To mix the gold colour, you usually need yellow, red and some black or white. Depending on the shade of gold you want to achieve, you can follow the steps below:
1. Start by mixing the yellow and red colours to get a warm orange shade.
2. To this base colour, gradually add a little black or white to create a darker or lighter shade of gold.
3. To achieve the perfect golden colour, you can fine-tune the blended colours by continuously blending each shade until you achieve the desired colour.
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