Crystal Gem 1227-4 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #79D0A7, 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.
Ref. #79D0A7 · 1227-4
Crystal Gem
52%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Crystal Gem Technical Profile
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Crystal Gem in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crystal Gem in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCrystal Gem
Nearly identical
BehrSummer Dragonfly
Summer Dragonfly
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Gala
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cliffside Park
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aquamarine Ocean
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aquamarine Ocean
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peaceful Pastures
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Iguana
Kilz
Very similar
Glazed Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lark Green
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crystal Gem
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Crystal Gem.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Crystal Gem in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crystal Gem from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crystal Gem are Summer Dragonfly by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Gala by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cliffside Park by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crystal Gem's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.