Hoplite Gold vs Shiny Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 10.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Shiny Gold is a little lighter, more saturated than Hoplite Gold.

Can I use Shiny Gold instead of Hoplite Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Shiny Gold is a little lighter, more saturated than Hoplite Gold.

Can I use Hoplite Gold instead of Shiny Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hoplite Gold is a little darker, more muted.

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.