Golden History DE5433 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BB993A, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hair Ribbon from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BB993A · DE5433
Golden History
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden History Technical Profile
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Golden History in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden History in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsGolden History
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sHair Ribbon
Hair Ribbon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hair Ribbon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Golden Field
PPG
Very similar
Townhouse Tan
Behr
Very similar
Ripe Banana
Valspar
Very similar
Crispy Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mystic Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Savannah Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fresh Avocado
Kilz
Very similar
Golden Yellow
RAL
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden History
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden History
#BB993A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6B672
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden History
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden History 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
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More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden History — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden History have?
Golden History by Dunn-Edwards 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 Golden History in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden History from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden History are Hair Ribbon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Hair Ribbon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Golden Rattan by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden History'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 History?
Golden History has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden History's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.