Gold

Q: How do I use #9C8330 in CSS?

You can use #9C8330 in CSS with: background-color: #9C8330; or color: #9C8330; or as an RGB value: rgb(156, 131, 48). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 16%, 69%, 39%.

#9C8330

Gold is a warm medium color with the hex code #9C8330. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 156, 131, 48 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 16%, 69%, 39% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Gold Color Values

HEX: #9C8330
RGB: 156, 131, 48
HSL: 46°, 53%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 16, 69, 39

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

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 53% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Gold work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Gold in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 16%, 69%, 39% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Gold

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9C8330;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 156, 131, 48;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9C8330',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 16%
Y: 69%
K: 39%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(156, 131, 48)
rgba(156, 131, 48, 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 #9C8330?

#9C8330 is Gold, a warm medium color with RGB values of 156, 131, 48. It has a hue of 46°, 53% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #9C8330?

The RGB color code for #9C8330 is rgb(156, 131, 48). This means it contains 156 red, 131 green, and 48 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Gold a warm or cool color?

Gold (#9C8330) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #9C8330 in CSS?

You can use #9C8330 in CSS with: background-color: #9C8330; or color: #9C8330; or as an RGB value: rgb(156, 131, 48). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 16%, 69%, 39%.