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Amethyst

#783498

Amethyst is a cool medium color with the hex code #783498. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 120, 52, 152 in digital design or CMYK 21%, 66%, 0%, 40% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Amethyst Color Values

HEX
#783498
RGB
120, 52, 152
HSL
281°, 49%, 40%
CMYK
21, 66, 0, 40

About this color

Amethyst sits at 281° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 49% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Amethyst work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Amethyst in print, the CMYK breakdown of 21%, 66%, 0%, 40% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Amethyst

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #783498;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 120, 52, 152;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#783498',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 21%
M: 66%
Y: 0%
K: 40%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(120, 52, 152)
rgba(120, 52, 152, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 281° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #783498?
#783498 is Amethyst, a cool medium color with RGB values of 120, 52, 152. It has a hue of 281°, 49% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #783498?
The RGB color code for #783498 is rgb(120, 52, 152). This means it contains 120 red, 52 green, and 152 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Amethyst a warm or cool color?
Amethyst (#783498) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #783498 in CSS?
You can use #783498 in CSS with: background-color: #783498; or color: #783498; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 52, 152). For print design, use CMYK: 21%, 66%, 0%, 40%.