Pale Silver vs Ultramarine Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 24.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Ultramarine Blue is a little darker, much more saturated than Pale Silver.

Can I use Ultramarine Blue instead of Pale Silver?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 24). Ultramarine Blue is a little darker, much more saturated than Pale Silver.

Can I use Pale Silver instead of Ultramarine Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pale Silver 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.