Ancient Pewter PMD-73 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #898D91, LRV 26 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Silver from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #898D91 · PMD-73
Ancient Pewter
26%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ancient Pewter Technical Profile
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Ancient Pewter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ancient Pewter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAncient Pewter
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDeep Silver
Deep Silver
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silversmith Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Alloy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Heather Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
City Storm
Valspar
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Very similar
Dark Sterling
Kilz
Very similar
Stone Age
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
London Road
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Steely Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Pewter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Pewter
#898D91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Pewter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Pewter Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
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Ancient Pewter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Pewter have?
Ancient Pewter by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ancient Pewter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ancient Pewter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancient Pewter are Deep Silver by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hearthstone by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Silversmith Grey by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ancient Pewter's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ancient Pewter?
Ancient Pewter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ancient Pewter's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.