Auric Armour Gold vs Bright Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Bright Gold is a little lighter, warmer than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Bright Gold instead of Auric Armour Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Bright Gold is a little lighter, warmer than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Auric Armour Gold instead of Bright Gold?

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