Benjamin Moore

Princeton Gold

HC-14

Princeton Gold by Benjamin Moore is a grounded golden ochre with a neutral undertone that prevents it from leaning too yellow or too orange. It has an LRV of 39.37, which gives it moderate light absorption and a warm, substantial presence on walls. This shade works well in living rooms, dining areas, and studies where a warm tone adds visual weight without overwhelming a space.

Benjamin Moore's Knoxville Gray and Night Train provide deep contrast that highlights the golden quality, while White Dove and Swiss Coffee serve as lighter companions. Quiet Moments and Saybrook Sage pair effectively as cool-toned accents.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

HC-14

Collection

Historical Colors

Princeton Gold in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Princeton Gold under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Orange

Strength

High

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

43°

Orange Family

Lightness

59%

Medium

Saturation

41%

Moderate

LRV

39.4
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Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#C2AA6C
RGB Decimal
194, 170, 108
RGB Percent
76.1%, 66.7%, 42.4%
HSL
43.3, 41.3%, 59.2%
HSV
43.3, 44.3%, 76.1%
CMYK
0.0%, 12.4%, 44.3%, 23.9%
YIQ
170.1, 34.3, -14.3
XYZ
39.33, 41.30, 20.09
CIE Lab
70.39, 0.23, 35.09
CIE Luv
70.39, 19.15, 44.44
Hunter Lab
64.27, 0.21, 24.89
Decimal
12757612

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