Persian Melon 117 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E7B88A, LRV 51 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fragrant Coriander from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E7B88A · 117
Persian Melon
51%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Persian Melon Technical Profile
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Persian Melon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Persian Melon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePersian Melon
Nearly identical
ValsparFragrant Coriander
Fragrant Coriander
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gold Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peachwood
PPG
Nearly identical
Antiquarian Brass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Apple Turnover
Behr
Nearly identical
Mom's Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crisp Ecru
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bread Pudding
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rusty Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persian Melon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persian Melon
#E7B88A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persian Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persian Melon 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 Persian Melon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persian Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persian Melon have?
Persian Melon by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Persian Melon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Persian Melon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Persian Melon are Fragrant Coriander by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gold Vessel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Peachwood by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Persian Melon'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 Persian Melon?
Persian Melon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Persian Melon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.