BG233 #A8DEE9 RGB 168, 222, 233

Pale Turquoise — #A8DEE9

Pale Turquoise is a natural, light cyan color with the catalog reference BG233. Its hex value #A8DEE9 makes it useful for work that calls for a light tone in the cyan family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#A8DEE9
RGB
rgb(168, 222, 233)
HSL
hsl(190°, 60%, 79%)
CMYK
cmyk(28%, 5%, 0%, 9%)

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.6 (GG65) for a smooth transition. Pair with Peach Pull (YR370) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Old Grape (V126).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Pale Turquoise?
The hex code for Pale Turquoise is #A8DEE9. In RGB that is 168, 222, 233.
What colour is Pale Turquoise?
It is a light cyan color.
What colours pair well with Pale Turquoise?
The direct complement is Peach Pull (YR370). Analogous neighbour: Green Gray No.6 (GG65).
What is Pale Turquoise 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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