Benjamin Moore

Penny

2163-30

Penny by Benjamin Moore is a mellow, mid-depth brown with prominent orange undertones that lend it a distinctly copper-like quality. With an LRV of 19.25, it sits in the lower reflectance range, absorbing most ambient light and producing a warm, enclosed feel on walls. It is a practical choice for dens, dining rooms, and study areas where a rich, grounded surface color is needed.

Penny coordinates well with Shaker Beige, Hale Navy, Newburg Green, Golden Straw, and Nimbus Gray, offering contrast against both cool and warm companions.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

2163-30

Collection

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Penny in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Penny under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Penny under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Orange

Strength

High

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

26°

Red Family

Lightness

45%

Medium

Saturation

32%

Moderate

LRV

19.3
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Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#986E4F
RGB Decimal
152, 110, 79
RGB Percent
59.6%, 43.1%, 31.0%
HSL
25.5, 31.6%, 45.3%
HSV
25.5, 48.0%, 59.6%
CMYK
0.0%, 27.6%, 48.0%, 40.4%
YIQ
119.0, 35.0, -0.8
XYZ
19.94, 18.39, 9.90
CIE Lab
49.97, 12.73, 23.82
CIE Luv
49.97, 30.63, 26.11
Hunter Lab
42.89, 10.54, 15.18
Decimal
9989711

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Darker Shades

Monochromatic dark

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

Warm Shades

Warm spectrum

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