Auric Armour Gold vs Rich Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Rich Gold is more saturated, warmer than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Rich 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 14). Rich Gold is more saturated, warmer than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Auric Armour Gold instead of Rich Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Auric Armour Gold is more muted, 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.