Pharaoh Guard vs Emerald

How close are they?

ΔE 9.0, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Emerald is a little darker, more muted than Pharaoh Guard.

✓ Herrick Games paint comparison chart lists these two as equivalents.

Can I use Emerald instead of Pharaoh Guard?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Emerald is a little darker, more muted than Pharaoh Guard.

Can I use Pharaoh Guard instead of Emerald?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pharaoh Guard is a little lighter, 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.