Golden Armour vs Golden Shine

How close are they?

ΔE 34.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Golden Shine is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Golden Armour.

Can I use Golden Shine instead of Golden Armour?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 35). Golden Shine is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Golden Armour.

Can I use Golden Armour instead of Golden Shine?

The same difference applies the other way round: Golden Armour 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.