Auric Armour Gold vs Pucker

How close are they?

ΔE 27.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Pucker is noticeably lighter, much more saturated than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Pucker instead of Auric Armour Gold?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 28). Pucker is noticeably lighter, much more saturated than Auric Armour Gold.

Can I use Auric Armour Gold instead of Pucker?

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

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.