Old Gold vs Runelord Brass

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Runelord Brass is noticeably darker, more muted than Old Gold.

Can I use Runelord Brass instead of Old Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Runelord Brass is noticeably darker, more muted than Old Gold.

Can I use Old Gold instead of Runelord Brass?

The same difference applies the other way round: Old Gold is noticeably lighter, more saturated.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.