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Polished Gold (72.055) Vallejo Game Color metallic paint equivalents (#D4AF37)
Polished Gold (72.055) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Polished Gold (72.055) equivalent is Antique Gold (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 3.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Polished Gold (72.055) is Gold (70.996) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.8).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Polished Gold (72.055).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Polished Gold (72.055)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Polished Gold (72.055) in the current local catalogue is Antique Gold from Green Stuff World (Delta-E 3.61).
- Closest overall: Antique Gold (Green Stuff World, Delta-E 3.61)
- Closest Vallejo: Gold (70.996) (Delta-E 6.83)
- Closest Army Painter: Bright Gold (Delta-E 10.99)
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
Polished Gold (72.055) is a paint from Vallejo Game Color. 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 Gold (70.996) (Delta E 6.83).
Yes, Polished Gold (72.055) is currently part of the Vallejo Game Color 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.
Polished Gold (72.055) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Polished Gold (72.055) equivalent is Antique Gold (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 3.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Polished Gold (72.055) is Gold (70.996) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.8).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Polished Gold (72.055).
Polished Gold (72.055) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Polished Gold (72.055) equivalent is Antique Gold (Green Stuff World) with Delta E 3.6. For Vallejo, the closest match to Polished Gold (72.055) is Gold (70.996) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.8. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Polished Gold (72.055).
Polished Gold (72.055) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Gold (70.996) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.8.
Polished Gold (72.055) Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Polished Gold (72.055).
Polished Gold (72.055) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint with metallic pigments, Polished Gold (72.055) reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the warm yellow range.
Pigment particle size
Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. Polished Gold (72.055) has a specific particle size.
Black vs white primer
The primer choice affects how Polished Gold (72.055) reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.
NMM simulation vs true metallic
Polished Gold (72.055) is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.
Edge highlight preservation
Edge highlights on Polished Gold (72.055) must contrast with the metallic base.
Tarnish and varnish
Metallic paints can tarnish over time. Polished Gold (72.055) may need a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Antique Gold (Green Stuff World) – ΔE 3.6
- Closest Vallejo option : Gold (70.996) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 6.8
- 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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