Glittering Loot vs New Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 18.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. New Gold is a little lighter, much more muted than Glittering Loot.

Can I use New Gold instead of Glittering Loot?

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

Can I use Glittering Loot instead of New Gold?

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