Prussian Blue vs Gothic Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Gothic Blue is a little lighter, more muted than Prussian Blue.

Can I use Gothic Blue instead of Prussian Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Gothic Blue is a little lighter, more muted than Prussian Blue.

Can I use Prussian Blue instead of Gothic Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Prussian Blue is a little darker, 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.