Dragon's Gold vs Top Brass

How close are they?

ΔE 12.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Top Brass is more muted than Dragon's Gold.

Can I use Top Brass instead of Dragon's Gold?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Top Brass is more muted than Dragon's Gold.

Can I use Dragon's Gold instead of Top Brass?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dragon's Gold is more saturated.

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.