Ancient Violet 10RB 17/122 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #766F86, estimated LRV 17 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dancing in the Spring from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #766F86 · 10RB 17/122
Ancient Violet
17%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Ancient Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#766F86
RGB118, 111, 134
Estimated LRV16.9
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Ancient Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Violet
#766F86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A17FA9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Violet Room Palettes
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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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Ancient Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Violet have?
Ancient Violet by PPG has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Ancient Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancient Violet are Dancing in the Spring by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Dancing in the Spring by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Violaceous by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ancient Violet'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 Ancient Violet?
Ancient Violet has a estimated lightness value of 16.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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