Golden Shine vs Amber Green

How close are they?

ΔE 18.7, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Amber Green is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Golden Shine.

Can I use Amber Green instead of Golden Shine?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 19). Amber Green is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Golden Shine.

Can I use Golden Shine instead of Amber Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Golden Shine is noticeably darker, more saturated, warmer.

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.