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Emerald (70.838) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#208060)
Emerald (70.838) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Emerald (70.838) equivalent is Chameleon Green-Blue (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 0.0).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Emerald (70.838) is Jade Green (72.026) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Emerald (70.838) is Pharaoh Guard (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.4).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Emerald (70.838)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Emerald (70.838) in the current local catalogue is Chameleon Green-Blue from Green Stuff World (Delta-E 0.0).
- Closest overall: Chameleon Green-Blue (Green Stuff World, Delta-E 0.0)
- Closest Vallejo: Jade Green (72.026) (Delta-E 4.82)
- Closest Army Painter: Pharaoh Guard (Delta-E 4.38)
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 base
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this base 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
Emerald (70.838) is a paint from Vallejo Model 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 Jade Green (72.026) (Delta E 4.82).
Yes, Emerald (70.838) is currently part of the Vallejo Model 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.
Emerald (70.838) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Emerald (70.838) equivalent is Chameleon Green-Blue (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 0.0).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Emerald (70.838) is Jade Green (72.026) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Emerald (70.838) is Pharaoh Guard (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.4).
Emerald (70.838) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Emerald (70.838) equivalent is Chameleon Green-Blue (Green Stuff World) with Delta E 0.0. For Vallejo, the closest match to Emerald (70.838) is Jade Green (72.026) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 4.8. For Army Painter, the closest match to Emerald (70.838) is Pharaoh Guard (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.4.
Emerald (70.838) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Jade Green (72.026) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 4.8.
Emerald (70.838) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Pharaoh Guard (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.4.
Emerald (70.838) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Emerald (70.838) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the teal range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Chameleon Green-Blue (Green Stuff World) – ΔE 0.0
- Closest Vallejo option : Jade Green (72.026) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 4.8
- Closest Army Painter option : Pharaoh Guard (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.4
A paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, shade, and highlight 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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