True Copper vs Victorian Brass

How close are they?

ΔE 10.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Victorian Brass is a little lighter, more muted than True Copper.

Can I use Victorian Brass instead of True Copper?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Victorian Brass is a little lighter, more muted than True Copper.

Can I use True Copper instead of Victorian Brass?

The same difference applies the other way round: True Copper is a little darker, 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.