Glittering Loot vs Golden Shine

How close are they?

ΔE 18.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Golden Shine is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Glittering Loot.

Can I use Golden Shine instead of Glittering Loot?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 19). Golden Shine is a little lighter, more muted, cooler than Glittering Loot.

Can I use Glittering Loot instead of Golden Shine?

The same difference applies the other way round: Glittering Loot is a little 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.