Auric Armour Gold vs Gold Leaf

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Gold Leaf is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Gold Leaf instead of Auric Armour Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Gold Leaf is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Auric Armour Gold instead of Gold Leaf?

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