Persian Turquoise 70BG 20/196 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #517F97, LRV 19 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Azurite from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #517F97 · 70BG 20/196
Persian Turquoise
19%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Persian Turquoise Technical Profile
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Persian Turquoise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Persian Turquoise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPersian Turquoise
Very similar
Benjamin MooreAzurite
Azurite
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cornwall
Valspar
Very similar
Cayman Bay
Behr
Very similar
Tropic
Kilz
Very similar
Raging Tide
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Vista Paint
Very similar
Secure Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Estuary
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persian Turquoise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persian Turquoise
#517F97
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#777EA4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persian Turquoise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persian Turquoise 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persian Turquoise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persian Turquoise have?
Persian Turquoise by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Persian Turquoise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Persian Turquoise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Persian Turquoise are Azurite by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Cornwall by Valspar (a very close match), Fiji by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Persian Turquoise'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 Turquoise?
Persian Turquoise has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.2, 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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