Overlord Brass vs Ancient Copper

How close are they?

ΔE 13.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ancient Copper is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Overlord Brass.

Can I use Ancient Copper instead of Overlord Brass?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Ancient Copper is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Overlord Brass.

Can I use Overlord Brass instead of Ancient Copper?

The same difference applies the other way round: Overlord Brass is a little darker, more saturated, cooler.

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.