Crystal Gem 1227-4 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #79D0A7, estimated LRV 52 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summer Dragonfly from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #79D0A7 · 1227-4
Crystal Gem
52%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Crystal Gem Technical Profile
HEX Code#79D0A7
RGB121, 208, 167
Estimated LRV52.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Crystal Gem
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crystal Gem
#79D0A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7CB5B6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crystal Gem
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crystal Gem 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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Crystal Gem — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crystal Gem have?
Crystal Gem by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Crystal Gem from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crystal Gem are Summer Dragonfly by Behr (a close digital match), Green Gala by Valspar (a close digital match), Cliffside Park by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crystal Gem'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 Crystal Gem?
Crystal Gem has a estimated lightness value of 52.0, 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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