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Gold foil

Matte and deep gold, color of gilders' gold leaf.

Color conversions

Meaning & usage

Gold leaf is the purest expression of metallic luxury in art history. Used in Byzantine icons, gilded frames and precious bookbindings, its color embodies absolute prestige and permanence.

Synonyms & nuances

or feuillefeuille d'orgold foilold gold

Shades (darker)

Tints (lighter)

Tones (desaturated)

Design system scale (50→950)

Harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-comp.
Tetradic

Thread & yarn equivalents

Average ΔE :25 (Approximate)
#D4AF37
DMC 3820
Straw Dark
ΔE 25

Approximate sRGB matches — request a physical color card from each brand before purchasing.

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