ColorplanBenjamin Moore Medieval Gold (2152-10) is a deep yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 26. For trim, try Colonial Cream (OC-77).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 26.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #AD863E |
| RGB | 173, 134, 62 |
| HSL | 39°, 47%, 46% |
About Medieval Gold
Medieval Gold (2152-10) is a deep, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 26, Medieval Gold absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Medieval Gold's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. It's very close to Tapestry Gold (2153-30); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Medieval Gold changes with the light
Medieval Gold has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Medieval Gold's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Medieval Gold will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Medieval Gold can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Medieval Gold will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Medieval Gold in real homes
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Medieval Gold equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 10.2
Also close: Gold Crest (ΔE 11.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.5
Also close: Duster (ΔE 8.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 14.2
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 14.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Medieval Gold questions
What undertone does Medieval Gold have?
Medieval Gold has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Medieval Gold's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Medieval Gold a light or dark color?
Medieval Gold has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 26.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 26, Medieval Gold absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Medieval Gold in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Hopsack SW 6109 (closest available, ΔE 10.2); Farrow & Ball: India Yellow No.66 (closest available, ΔE 7.5); Behr: Harvest Brown 710D-4 (closest available, ΔE 14.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Medieval Gold?
Try Colonial Cream (OC-77) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Medieval Gold's undertone.
Where does Medieval Gold work best?
Medieval Gold works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 26, Medieval Gold absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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