Paint equivalent guide

Golden Griffon Equivalent

Citadel (Games Workshop) layer #E1BA7F

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Golden Griffon?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Golden Griffon in the current local catalogue is Polished Gold (72.055) from Vallejo Game Color (Delta-E 10.52).

Method

Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.

Limits

Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.

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Frequently asked questions

Check Delta-E, finish, coverage, and how the substitute behaves with the same primer, wash, and highlight recipe.

Miniature painters most often compare Citadel (Games Workshop), Vallejo Game Color, and other established hobby ranges when they need a close substitute.

Usually yes, but only after a test swatch confirms the finish and layering behaviour stay close enough for the recipe.

The closest Golden Griffon equivalent is Polished Gold (72.055) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 10.5). For the Golden Griffon equivalent Vallejo, Polished Gold (72.055) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 10.5). The best Golden Griffon Army Painter equivalent is Bright Gold (Army Painter) (ΔE 16.4).

  • Closest equivalent: Polished Gold (72.055) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 10.5
  • Vallejo equivalent: Polished Gold (72.055) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 10.5
  • Army Painter equivalent: Bright Gold (Army Painter) – ΔE 16.4

This paint conversion chart helps you find the best Golden Griffon equivalent across Citadel, Vallejo and Army Painter.

The closest match provides the most accurate replacement, while other alternatives may show slight differences depending on finish and application.

Always test your paint equivalent on a miniature before applying it to a full army.