Rusty Brass vs Arcane Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 14.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Arcane Gold is noticeably lighter, cooler than Rusty Brass.

Can I use Arcane Gold instead of Rusty Brass?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Arcane Gold is noticeably lighter, cooler than Rusty Brass.

Can I use Rusty Brass instead of Arcane Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Rusty Brass is noticeably darker, warmer.

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.