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Gold

#977402

Gold is a warm dark color with the hex code #977402. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 151, 116, 2 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 23%, 99%, 41% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Gold Color Values

HEX
#977402
RGB
151, 116, 2
HSL
46°, 97%, 30%
CMYK
0, 23, 99, 41

About this color

Gold sits at 46° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 97% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, warm colors like Gold work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Gold in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 23%, 99%, 41% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Gold

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #977402;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 151, 116, 2;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#977402',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 23%
Y: 99%
K: 41%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(151, 116, 2)
rgba(151, 116, 2, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 46° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #977402?
#977402 is Gold, a warm dark color with RGB values of 151, 116, 2. It has a hue of 46°, 97% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #977402?
The RGB color code for #977402 is rgb(151, 116, 2). This means it contains 151 red, 116 green, and 2 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Gold a warm or cool color?
Gold (#977402) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #977402 in CSS?
You can use #977402 in CSS with: background-color: #977402; or color: #977402; or as an RGB value: rgb(151, 116, 2). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 23%, 99%, 41%.