Verdigris vs Orc Hide

How close are they?

ΔE 22.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Orc Hide is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Verdigris.

Can I use Orc Hide instead of Verdigris?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 22). Orc Hide is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Verdigris.

Can I use Verdigris instead of Orc Hide?

The same difference applies the other way round: Verdigris is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler.

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.