Imperial Gold: equivalents & matches
Vallejo · TMM Base · 77.123. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #C9864D
finish metallic
type metallic
family Orange
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
Citadel
Castellax Bronze
ΔE 2.0 · close match
Army Painter
True Copper
ΔE 6.3 · noticeable difference
Pro Acryl
Copper
ΔE 6.6 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Copper -87-
ΔE 7.4 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Ancient Iron
ΔE 8.8 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Moonstone Alchemy
ΔE 9.3 · noticeable difference
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Imperial Gold?
The closest Citadel match for Vallejo Imperial Gold is Castellax Bronze (Layer) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.0 (close match).
What color is Imperial Gold?
Imperial Gold is a metallic orange miniature paint from Vallejo (TMM Base), code 77.123. Its screen color is approximately #C9864D with a metallic finish.