Citrine Alchemy vs Polished Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 9.3, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Polished Gold is a little lighter, more saturated than Citrine Alchemy.

Can I use Polished Gold instead of Citrine Alchemy?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Polished Gold is a little lighter, more saturated than Citrine Alchemy.

Can I use Citrine Alchemy instead of Polished Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Citrine Alchemy is a little darker, 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.