YG19 #AA9D4F RGB 170, 157, 79

Spanish Olive — #AA9D4F

Spanish Olive is a natural, mid-tone yellow color with the catalog reference YG19. Its hex value #AA9D4F makes it useful for work that calls for a mid-tone tone in the yellow family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#AA9D4F
RGB
rgb(170, 157, 79)
HSL
hsl(51°, 37%, 49%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 8%, 54%, 33%)

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
Split-complementary

Best uses

Ideal for sunlight, citrus, flowers, road signs, highlighter accents and high-energy scenes.

Mixing & layering

Layer over Fluorescent Orange (FYR286) for a smooth transition. Pair with Grayish Blue (B112) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Dark Teal (S041).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Spanish Olive?
The hex code for Spanish Olive is #AA9D4F. In RGB that is 170, 157, 79.
What colour is Spanish Olive?
It is a mid-tone yellow color.
What colours pair well with Spanish Olive?
The direct complement is Grayish Blue (B112). Analogous neighbour: Fluorescent Orange (FYR286).
What is Spanish Olive used for?
Ideal for sunlight, citrus, flowers, road signs, highlighter accents and high-energy scenes.

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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