Balthasar Gold vs Tarnished Brass

How close are they?

ΔE 14.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Tarnished Brass is a little lighter, much more saturated than Balthasar Gold.

Can I use Tarnished Brass instead of Balthasar Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Tarnished Brass is a little lighter, much more saturated than Balthasar Gold.

Can I use Balthasar Gold instead of Tarnished Brass?

The same difference applies the other way round: Balthasar Gold is a little 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.