Monarch Gold 1109 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E7C9A4, estimated LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jasper Cane from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E7C9A4 · 1109
Monarch Gold
61%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Monarch Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#E7C9A4
RGB231, 201, 164
Estimated LRV61.4
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#E7C7A1
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#E7C7A0
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#E3C6A3
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Colors That Work With Monarch Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monarch Gold
#E7C9A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9BD75
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monarch Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monarch 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
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Monarch Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monarch Gold have?
Monarch Gold by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Monarch Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monarch Gold are Jasper Cane by Behr (a close digital match), August Moon by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), October Bounty by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Monarch Gold'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 Monarch Gold?
Monarch Gold has a estimated lightness value of 61.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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