Smalt (#003399) Color Information
Smalt (#003399) RGB value is (0, 51, 153). The hex color red value is 0, green is 51, and blue is 153. Its HSL format shows a hue of 220°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 30%, while the CMYK process values are 100%, 67%, 0%, and 40%.
Colors that pair well with Smalt (#003399) include CG Blue (#007AA5), Dark Ultramarine (#120A8F), and Rufous (#A81C07), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Pink Raspberry (#980036), Napier Green (#2A8000), and Golden Earth (#996515) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.
Smalt (#003399) Color Meaning
Smalt (#003399) is a deep blue pigment originally made from powdered cobalt glass. Its richness produces a luxurious and authoritative tone. Smalt (#003399) carries the strength of blue with a slightly purplish undertone, often associated with knowledge, loyalty, and stability. It has been used in both painting and porcelain for centuries. The history of Smalt (#003399) traces back to 16th-century Europe, where it colored stained glass, ceramics, and manuscripts. Artists valued it for its durability and deep hue. In Chinese and Dutch culture, similar cobalt-based blues signified wealth and high social status, often reserved for aristocratic decoration. Smalt (#003399) communicates seriousness and depth. Its use in design conveys authority while retaining visual appeal. In spiritual and symbolic contexts, Smalt (#003399) represents wisdom and introspection. Smalt (#003399) continues to influence fashion and interior choices for its timeless, elegant intensity.
Color Conversion
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RGB Values & CMYK Values
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Color Variations
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Color Harmonies
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Analogous
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Complementary
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Split Complementary
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Triadic
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Double Split Complementary
Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites
Monochromatic
Variations of a single hue
Contrast Checker (WCAG)
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Color Blindness Simulator
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Seamless Patterns
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Icons
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Real-World Applications
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Smalt (#003399) Color FAQs
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