Ref. #A47526 · 300D-6
Medieval Gold
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Medieval Gold Technical Profile
What color is Medieval Gold? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #A47526. Colors similar to Medieval Gold include Valspar Ginseng, Valspar Brazen. Medieval Gold has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Medieval Gold creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Medieval Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Medieval Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Medieval Gold
#A47526
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AE4F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Medieval Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Medieval Gold 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
Other Behr colors close to Medieval Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Medieval Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Medieval Gold have?
Medieval Gold by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Medieval Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Ginseng by Valspar (#9E772E), Brazen by Valspar (#9F7111), El Dorado by Valspar (#A57A3B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Medieval Gold?
Medieval Gold has an LRV of 24.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Medieval Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.