Heart Gold (#808000) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Heart Gold (#808000) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Heart Gold (#808000) Color Information

Heart Gold (#808000) RGB value is (128, 128, 0). The hex color red value is 128, green is 128, and blue is 0. Its HSL format shows a hue of 60°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 25%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 0%, 100%, and 50%.

Colors that pair well with Heart Gold (#808000) include Chocolate (#7B3F00), Napier Green (#2A8000), and Dark Cerulean (#08457E), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Teal (#008080), Purple (#800080), and Navy Blue (#000080) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Heart Gold color swatch with hex value #808000 and RGB value (128,128,0)
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Heart Gold (#808000) Color Meaning

Heart Gold (#808000) is a muted, olive-toned gold with earthy warmth. It belongs to the yellow-brown spectrum, symbolizing stability, resilience, and enduring value. Its grounded yet rich tone is ideal for interiors, heritage-inspired design, and artisanal branding. In psychology, Heart Gold (#808000) promotes balance, confidence, and emotional grounding. Its earthy golden hue fosters stability, resilience, and reflective thinking. The muted tone encourages subtle sophistication while maintaining visual warmth and richness. Heart Gold (#808000) carries symbolic and spiritual meaning. Gold and olive shades are associated with wealth, growth, and endurance. Heart Gold (#808000) embodies grounded elegance, timeless strength, and quiet prosperity. Its versatility is widely used in design to convey authenticity, heritage, and refined warmth.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Heart Gold (#808000) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#808000
RGB
rgb(128, 128, 0)
HSL
hsl(60°, 100%, 25%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 0%, 100%, 50%)
HSV
hsv(60°, 100%, 50%)
XYZ
16.6213 20.0275 2.9897
Yxy
20.0275 0.4193 0.5053
Hunter Lab
44.7521 -1.0045 2.4821
CIE-Lab
51.8683 -12.9308 56.6773

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Heart Gold (#808000) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red128 / 255 (50%)
50%
Green128 / 255 (50%)
50%
Blue0 / 255 (0%)

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta0 / 100 (0%)
Yellow100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Key (Black)50 / 100 (50%)
50%

Color Variations

A full range of Heart Gold (#808000) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Heart Gold (#808000) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

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)

Luminance contrast ratios for Heart Gold (#808000) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

#FFFFFF
#808000

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

4.20:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

4.20:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

4.20:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Heart Gold (#808000) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Heart Gold (#808000)

protanopia

#80801f

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #808000;

Text Color

color: #808000;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #808000;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #80800040;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #808000;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #808000 0%, #515100 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Heart Gold (#808000) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Heart Gold (#808000) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Heart Gold (#808000) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

Useful Color Tools

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Heart Gold (#808000) Color FAQs

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