Color #C9B708
Color Code #C9B708
A precise look at this Yellow color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
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Color preview#C9B708
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#C9B708RGB
rgb(201, 183, 8)HSL
hsl(54.4 92.34% 40.98%)HSV
hsv(54.4 96.02% 78.82%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 8.96%, 96.02%, 21.18%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This dark Yellow tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #C9B708 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #C9B708;
background-color: #C9B7081A;
border-color: #C9B708;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #C9B708?
This color is RGB(201, 183, 8).
What is the HSL value of #C9B708?
Its value is HSL(54.4°, 92.34%, 40.98%).
Is #C9B708 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.