Hashut Copper vs Ancient Copper

How close are they?

ΔE 14.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ancient Copper is a little darker, much more saturated than Hashut Copper.

Can I use Ancient Copper instead of Hashut Copper?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Ancient Copper is a little darker, much more saturated than Hashut Copper.

Can I use Hashut Copper instead of Ancient Copper?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hashut Copper is a little lighter, 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.