Auric Armour Gold vs Golden Shine

How close are they?

ΔE 11.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Golden Shine is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Golden Shine instead of Auric Armour Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Golden Shine is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Auric Armour Gold instead of Golden Shine?

The same difference applies the other way round: Auric Armour Gold is a little lighter, 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.