Citrine AF-370 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C9AC6F, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is King'S Ransom Gold from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9AC6F · AF-370
Citrine
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Citrine Technical Profile
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Citrine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citrine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCitrine
Nearly identical
PPGKing'S Ransom Gold
King'S Ransom Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Gold Tweed
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Flax Straw
Behr
Nearly identical
Gold Tweed
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Flickering Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Earthen Sienna
Valspar
Nearly identical
Craft Paper Brown
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sand Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Ripe Olives
Kilz
Very similar
Antiquity
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citrine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrine
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Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Citrine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrine 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Citrine.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citrine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrine have?
Citrine by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Citrine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citrine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citrine are King'S Ransom Gold by PPG (a near-identical match), Gold Tweed by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Flax Straw by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citrine'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 Citrine?
Citrine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Citrine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.