BG106 #68A9A8 RGB 104, 169, 168

Bronze — #68A9A8

Bronze is a muted, mid-tone cyan color with the catalog reference BG106. Its hex value #68A9A8 makes it useful for work that calls for a mid-tone tone in the cyan family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#68A9A8
RGB
rgb(104, 169, 168)
HSL
hsl(179°, 27%, 54%)
CMYK
cmyk(38%, 0%, 1%, 34%)

This color is recorded in the archived 2018 Finecolour chart. Its screen preview comes from the chart artwork, not a measured ink swatch. Marker links follow the model symbols printed in that edition.

Markers in this color

Model availability follows the archived chart. Choose a marker to see its documented set contents.

Color harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Split-complementary

Best uses

Best for clear skies, ocean and lake water, ice, swimming pools and crisp atmospheric backgrounds.

Mixing & layering

Layer over Green Gray No.5 (GG64) for a smooth transition. Pair with Salmon Red (R404) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Simple Gray No.8 (SG478).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Bronze?
The hex code for Bronze is #68A9A8. In RGB that is 104, 169, 168.
What colour is Bronze?
It is a mid-tone cyan color.
What colours pair well with Bronze?
The direct complement is Salmon Red (R404). Analogous neighbour: Green Gray No.5 (GG64).
What is Bronze used for?
Best for clear skies, ocean and lake water, ice, swimming pools and crisp atmospheric backgrounds.

About this colour data

This independent reference separates recorded source data from computed screen values and known physical-colour limitations.

Maintained by
Max Tymoshyn
Data version
finecolour-chart-2018
Reference checked

Recorded data

Printed codes, color labels and model symbols are transcribed from this archived chart. RGB previews are converted from its artwork. This does not establish current availability.

Computed data

RGB display values, previews, and colour relationships are calculated by the website from each stored HEX reference.

Physical colour

A screen preview does not replace a physical swatch; paper, layering, nib condition, lighting, and the display can all change appearance.

Unknowns

This catalog does not establish manufacturing tolerances, laboratory measurements, batch variation, current availability, discontinued or renamed codes, or complete manufacturer product-line coverage.

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