Gemstone vs Caesar Red

How close are they?

ΔE 26.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Caesar Red is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Gemstone.

Can I use Caesar Red instead of Gemstone?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 27). Caesar Red is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Gemstone.

Can I use Gemstone instead of Caesar Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gemstone is noticeably darker, more saturated, 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.