Glorious Gold (72.056)
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Speedmetal Gold Green Stuff World speedmetal paint equivalents (#C89828)
Speedmetal Gold is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Speedmetal Gold equivalent is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 2.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Speedmetal Gold is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 2.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Speedmetal Gold.
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Gold (70.996)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.3slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Glorious Gold (72.056)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 2.3slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Elven GoldScale75
ΔE 2.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range4
True Metal GoldAK Interactive
ΔE 3.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Gehenna's GoldCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Speedmetal Gold?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Speedmetal Gold in the current local catalogue is Gold (70.996) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 2.26).
- Closest overall: Gold (70.996) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 2.26)
- Closest Vallejo: Gold (70.996) (Delta-E 2.26)
- Closest Army Painter: Bright Gold (Delta-E 6.1)
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.
What to check before replacing this metallic
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this metallic paint:
- Coverage: reliable — check how many coats are needed for full opacity
- Thinning: controlled thinning — verify the right ratio for your technique
- Recommended primer: the primer already used in your recipe — keep the same surface preparation
- Test swatch: always test the substitute on a spare part first
- Recipe check: compare with the full wash and highlight sequence
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Frequently asked questions
Speedmetal Gold is a paint from Green Stuff World. Its specific pigment load, drying behaviour, and finish set it apart from other paints in the same category, which is why a direct substitute needs to match more than just the colour value.
The closest Vallejo option is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Delta E 2.26).
Yes, Speedmetal Gold is currently part of the Green Stuff World range. Check local stock or equivalent alternatives if the pot is hard to source.
Check Delta-E, finish type, coverage, opacity, and behaviour over your chosen primer. Run a full test with one shade and one highlight pass before applying the substitute to an entire unit.
Speedmetal Gold is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Speedmetal Gold equivalent is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 2.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Speedmetal Gold is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 2.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Speedmetal Gold.
Speedmetal Gold is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Speedmetal Gold equivalent is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 2.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Speedmetal Gold is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 2.3. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Speedmetal Gold.
Speedmetal Gold Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 2.3.
Speedmetal Gold Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Speedmetal Gold.
Speedmetal Gold equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint with metallic pigments, Speedmetal Gold reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Pigment particle size
Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. Speedmetal Gold has a specific particle size.
Black vs white primer
The primer choice affects how Speedmetal Gold reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.
NMM simulation vs true metallic
Speedmetal Gold is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.
Edge highlight preservation
Edge highlights on Speedmetal Gold must contrast with the metallic base.
Tarnish and varnish
Metallic paints can tarnish over time. Speedmetal Gold may need a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 2.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 2.3
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
A metallic paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, wash, and varnish sequence as the original recipe.
Looking at the surrounding palette matters because a near match can still push the finished model warmer, colder, or flatter than expected.
That combination of colour distance, finish, and recipe context is what makes a paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.
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