V198 #B369AA RGB 179, 105, 170

Bold Mauve — #B369AA

Bold Mauve is a muted, mid-tone purple color with the catalog reference V198. Its hex value #B369AA makes it useful for work that calls for a mid-tone tone in the purple family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#B369AA
RGB
rgb(179, 105, 170)
HSL
hsl(307°, 33%, 56%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 41%, 5%, 30%)

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

Use for royal robes, grapes, amethyst, magic and creative spreads.

Mixing & layering

Layer over Muted Lavender (S151) for a smooth transition. Pair with Muted Light Green (J015) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Yellow Gray No.7 (YG458).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Bold Mauve?
The hex code for Bold Mauve is #B369AA. In RGB that is 179, 105, 170.
What colour is Bold Mauve?
It is a mid-tone purple color.
What colours pair well with Bold Mauve?
The direct complement is Muted Light Green (J015). Analogous neighbour: Muted Lavender (S151).
What is Bold Mauve used for?
Use for royal robes, grapes, amethyst, magic and creative spreads.

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

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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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