Golden Chalice 2151-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AD8E47, estimated LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pirate's Gold from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #AD8E47 · 2151-20
Golden Chalice
29%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Chalice Technical Profile
HEX Code#AD8E47
RGB173, 142, 71
Estimated LRV28.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Golden Chalice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Chalice
#AD8E47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AE79
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Chalice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Chalice 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
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Golden Chalice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Chalice have?
Golden Chalice by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Golden Chalice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Chalice are Pirate's Gold by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Gold Strike by Vista Paint (a very close match), Corduroy by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Golden Chalice'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 Golden Chalice?
Golden Chalice has a estimated lightness value of 28.7, 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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