Fragrant Coriander 3002-6A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E7B98B, LRV 54 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Persian Melon from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E7B98B · 3002-6A
Fragrant Coriander
54%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fragrant Coriander Technical Profile
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Fragrant Coriander in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fragrant Coriander in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparFragrant Coriander
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePersian Melon
Persian Melon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gold Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peachwood
PPG
Nearly identical
Antiquarian Brass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Apple Turnover
Behr
Nearly identical
Crisp Ecru
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bread Pudding
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mom's Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Friar Tuck
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fragrant Coriander
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fragrant Coriander
#E7B98B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fragrant Coriander
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fragrant Coriander 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Fragrant Coriander.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fragrant Coriander — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fragrant Coriander have?
Fragrant Coriander by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Fragrant Coriander in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fragrant Coriander from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fragrant Coriander are Persian Melon by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Gold Vessel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Peachwood by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fragrant Coriander'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 Fragrant Coriander?
Fragrant Coriander has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fragrant Coriander's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.