yellow 4

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B8B00?

RGB(139, 139, 0), HSL(60.0, 100.0%, 27.3%), CMYK(0.0%, 0.0%, 100.0%, 45.5%).

Q: Does #8B8B00 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.63:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#8B8B00

X11 color

Yellow 4 (#8B8B00) is the darkest variant in the X11 Yellow series, a deep, muted olive-gold where the bright warmth of yellow has resolved into a rich, complex shade evoking dried mustard, aged brass, and old gold. Used for dark accent tones in warm palettes, vintage design, and contexts requiring the depth of ochre or old gold within the yellow hue family, it provides grounding without losing the warm yellow character entirely.

Color Values

HEX

#8B8B00

RGB

139, 139, 0

HSL

60.0, 100.0%, 27.3%

HSV

60.0, 100.0%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.0%, 100.0%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.6164 0.1344 109.8

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: yellow 4

Color Psychology

Dark yellows and golds convey prestige, wisdom, and enduring value. Gold has represented wealth and achievement throughout human history, from pharaonic tombs to Olympic medals. These warm, deep tones suggest quality without the flashiness of brighter yellows.

Design Usage

Dark gold and amber tones suit financial services, premium memberships, and achievement badges. They work as accent text or icon colors against dark backgrounds for a luxurious feel. Pair them with charcoal, deep navy, or rich brown to create sophisticated, high-end interfaces.