Brass vs Auric Armour Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Auric Armour Gold is noticeably darker, more muted than Brass.

Can I use Auric Armour Gold instead of Brass?

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

Can I use Brass instead of Auric Armour Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brass 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.