What is the hex code for Goldenrod?

The hex code for Goldenrod is #DAA520. In RGB that is rgb(218, 165, 32), and in HSL it is hsl(43, 74%, 49%).

What RGB values make Goldenrod?

Goldenrod is 218 red, 165 green, and 32 blue, written as rgb(218, 165, 32).

Goldenrod scores 2.24:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.

Yes. You can write color: goldenrod directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #DAA520.

#DAA520

Goldenrod is an orange tone at #DAA520. It sits at 43 degrees on the color wheel with 74% saturation and 49% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Goldenrod with white, shades mix it with black. Use the light end for backgrounds and the dark end for text that has to stay readable.

Tint 80%

#F8EDD2

Tint 60%

#F0DBA6

Tint 40%

#E9C979

Tint 20%

#E1B74D

Base

#DAA520

Shade 20%

#AE841A

Shade 40%

#836313

Shade 60%

#57420D

Shade 80%

#2C2106

On white

Sample text

2.24:1

Fails WCAG for text

On black

Sample text

9.38:1

Passes AAA for body text

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Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Goldenrod?: The hex code for Goldenrod is #DAA520. In RGB that is rgb(218, 165, 32), and in HSL it is hsl(43, 74%, 49%).
What RGB values make Goldenrod?: Goldenrod is 218 red, 165 green, and 32 blue, written as rgb(218, 165, 32).
Is Goldenrod readable as text on a white background?: Goldenrod scores 2.24:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.
Is Goldenrod a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: goldenrod directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #DAA520.