Ref. #8F7516 · M300-7
Persian Gold
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Persian Gold Technical Profile
What color is Persian Gold? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #8F7516. Persian Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Persian 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 crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Persian Gold reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Persian Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persian Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persian Gold
#8F7516
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#809C3C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persian Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persian 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 Persian Gold.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persian Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persian Gold have?
Persian Gold by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Persian Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Sleepy Hamlet by Valspar (#877A23), Marsh Grass by Valspar (#957C37), Dragonwell by Benjamin Moore (#967F38). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Persian Gold?
Persian Gold has an LRV of 21.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Persian Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.