Light Tone vs Ancient Sepia

How close are they?

ΔE 25.2, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Ancient Sepia is noticeably lighter, much more muted, cooler than Light Tone.

Can I use Ancient Sepia instead of Light Tone?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 25). Ancient Sepia is noticeably lighter, much more muted, cooler than Light Tone.

Can I use Light Tone instead of Ancient Sepia?

The same difference applies the other way round: Light Tone is noticeably darker, much 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.