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Elven Gold Scale75 metallic paint equivalents (#C09232)
Elven Gold is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Elven Gold equivalent is Speedmetal Gold (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 2.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Elven Gold is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 2.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Elven Gold is Bright Gold (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.8).
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Speedmetal GoldGreen Stuff World
ΔE 2.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Gold (70.996)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.8slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Glorious Gold (72.056)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 2.8slight colour difference, well within acceptable range4
Gehenna's GoldCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Bright GoldArmy Painter
ΔE 4.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Elven Gold?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Elven Gold in the current local catalogue is Speedmetal Gold from Green Stuff World (Delta-E 2.65).
- Closest overall: Speedmetal Gold (Green Stuff World, Delta-E 2.65)
- Closest Vallejo: Gold (70.996) (Delta-E 2.77)
- Closest Army Painter: Bright Gold (Delta-E 4.8)
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:
- Pigment size: metallic flakes settle — stir thoroughly before use
- Primer: the primer already used in your recipe — black primer gives a truer metallic sheen
- Thinning: controlled thinning — too much water dulls the metallic particles
- Coverage: reliable — metallics may need multiple thin coats
- Varnish: matte varnish kills metallic reflections — use satin or gloss
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Frequently asked questions
Elven Gold is a paint from Scale75. 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 2.77).
Yes, Elven Gold is currently part of the Scale75 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.
Elven Gold is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Elven Gold equivalent is Speedmetal Gold (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 2.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Elven Gold is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 2.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Elven Gold is Bright Gold (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.8).
Elven Gold is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Elven Gold equivalent is Speedmetal Gold (Green Stuff World) with Delta E 2.6. For Vallejo, the closest match to Elven Gold is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 2.8. For Army Painter, the closest match to Elven Gold is Bright Gold (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.8.
Elven Gold Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 2.8.
Elven Gold Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Bright Gold (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.8.
Elven Gold equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint with metallic pigments, Elven 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. Elven Gold has a specific particle size.
Black vs white primer
The primer choice affects how Elven Gold reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.
NMM simulation vs true metallic
Elven Gold is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.
Edge highlight preservation
Edge highlights on Elven Gold must contrast with the metallic base.
Tarnish and varnish
Metallic paints can tarnish over time. Elven Gold may need a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Speedmetal Gold (Green Stuff World) – ΔE 2.6
- Closest Vallejo option : Glorious Gold (72.056) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 2.8
- Closest Army Painter option : Bright Gold (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.8
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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