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#C5B33A Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #C5B33A including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#C5B33A Color Information

#C5B33A RGB value is (197, 179, 58). The hex color red value is 197, green is 179, and blue is 58. Its HSL format shows a hue of 52°, saturation of 55 percent, and lightness of50 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 9 percent, 71 percent, 23percent.

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#C5B33A Color Meaning

Color #C5B33A radiates warmth without glare. Unlike metallic yellows or neon accents, #C5B33A muted gold draws from tarnished brass, dried wheat, and late-afternoon light. #C5B33A celebrates abundance that has settled into wisdom—not spectacle. Color #C5B33A works best when evoking legacy, harvest, or quiet prestige in design contexts. Studies in color preference show that desaturated golds like color #C5B33A appeal across age groups because they avoid the childishness of bright yellows and the coldness of silver. Its earthy undertone links #C5B33A to natural cycles—ripeness, decay, renewal. In branding, #C5B33A signals maturity: think heritage institutions, artisan goods, or financial services with historical roots. Unlike flashy gold, color #C5B33A doesn’t demand attention; #C5B33A earns respect. #C5B33A pairs powerfully with deep greens or charcoals to create palettes that feel both dignified and grounded. Culturally, color #C5B33A bridges agricultural gratitude and intellectual honor—ideal for awards, diplomas, or commemorative design. Color #C5B33A isn’t shiny—#C5B33A’s earned.

Color Conversion

Convert #C5B33A across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#C5B33A
RGB
rgb(197, 179, 58)
HSL
hsl(52°, 55%, 50%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 9%, 71%, 23%)
HSV
hsv(52°, 71%, 77%)
XYZ
39.9098 44.4160 10.4727
Yxy
44.4160 0.4210 0.4685
Hunter Lab
66.6453 -1.4290 7.4429
CIE-Lab
72.5057 -7.0775 60.9608

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red197 / 255 (77%)
77%
Green179 / 255 (70%)
70%
Blue58 / 255 (23%)
23%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta9 / 100 (9%)
Yellow71 / 100 (71%)
71%
Key (Black)23 / 100 (23%)
23%

Color Variations

#C5B33A harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#C5B33A harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #C5B33A for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.12:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.12:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #C5B33A appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#C5B33A

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #C5B33A;

Text Color

color: #C5B33A;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #C5B33A;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #C5B33A40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #C5B33A;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #C5B33A 0%, #756a22 100%);

#C5B33A Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #C5B33A color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.