Antique Ruby

HEX: #841B2D | Modern Palette

On White
9.65:1
PASS
On Black
2.18:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#841B2D
RGB
132, 27, 45
HSL
349°, 79% ,51%
CMYK
0, 79.55, 65.91, 48.24

About Antique Ruby

Antique Ruby (#841B2D) is a color with RGB(132, 27, 45) and HSL(349.71°, 79.55%, 51.76%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Romantic moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #1B8472, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #2D841B and #1B2D84. The name comes from Antique Ruby (English).

  • HEX: #841B2D
  • RGB: 132, 27, 45
  • HSL: 349.71°, 79.55%, 51.76%
  • Mood: Energetic, Romantic
  • Style: Vivid, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #1B8472
  • Triadic colors: #2D841B, #1B2D84
  • The name comes from Antique Ruby (English).

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Color Palettes

Antique Ruby #841B2D is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Antique Ruby #841B2D pairs with #1B8472 as its complementary color, and #2D841B and #1B2D84 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

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Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

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Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

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Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

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Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

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Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Antique Ruby #841B2D moves from dark #150407 tones through the base color to lighter #FBEAED tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

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Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Romantic
Style
Vivid Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #4D4D28
Protanopia #34342E
Tritanopia #831E1E
Achromatopsia #454545

Frequently Asked Questions

Antique Ruby (#841B2D) is a color with RGB(132, 27, 45) and HSL(349.71°, 79.55%, 51.76%).

#841B2D pairs strongly with #1B8472 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#841B2D is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Warm styles.

#841B2D is commonly associated with Energetic, Romantic.

The name Antique Ruby is linked to Antique Ruby from English, meaning A deep red color, reminiscent of the hue of an aged ruby gemstone..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Antique Ruby
Meaning A deep red color, reminiscent of the hue of an aged ruby gemstone.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th - Early 20th Century

History

The color 'ruby' itself derives from the gemstone, known since antiquity. Rubies have been prized for their deep red color, symbolizing passion, power, and wealth across many cultures. The addition of 'antique' suggests a slightly muted, perhaps more brownish or purplish-red than a vibrant, pure red, evoking the patina and depth of an older, cherished gem. This naming convention became popular as industries sought more evocative and specific color descriptors.

First Recorded Use

While 'ruby' as a color has existed for centuries, the specific compound 'Antique Ruby' likely emerged as a descriptive color name in fashion, interior design, or paint industries during the late 19th or early 20th century to differentiate it from brighter or more modern ruby shades. Precise first use is difficult to pinpoint without specific historical color catalogs.

Cultural Associations

This color often evokes a sense of classic elegance, richness, and historical depth. It's frequently associated with luxury, vintage aesthetics, and a sophisticated, mature palette. It can be seen in traditional textiles, upholstery, formal wear, and decorative arts, often paired with gold, deep greens, or creams to enhance its opulent feel.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #841B2D;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #841B2D;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #841B2D;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #841B2D,
        #22E6C4
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #841B2D,
        #22E6C4
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$antique-ruby: #841B2D;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$antique-ruby-r: 132;
$antique-ruby-g: 27;
$antique-ruby-b: 45;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $antique-ruby;
    color: rgba($antique-ruby-r, $antique-ruby-g, $antique-ruby-b, 0.8);
}