Is Agate Green (#50756C) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #50756C achieves a contrast ratio of 5.12:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.49:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Agate Green?

The exact complementary color for #50756C is #76515A. For analogous pairings, use #51765A and #516D76. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Agate Green

Agate Green (#50756C)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Agate Green (#50756C)?

Agate Green has the HEX code #50756C. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 80, 117, 108. In HSL, it is 165°, 19%, 39%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:32% M:0% Y:8% K:54%.

Luminance: 16% · Nearest standard name: Agate Green

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AGATE GREEN

#50756C

rgb(80, 117, 108) · hsl(165°, 19%, 39%)

HEX#50756C

RGB80, 117, 108

HSL165°, 19%, 39%

HSV / HSB165°, 32%, 46%

CMYK (Print)32%, 0%, 8%, 54%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#50756C#76515A

Analogous

#51765A#50756C#516D76

Triadic

#50756C#6D5176#766D51

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)5.12:1

Sample text rendered with #50756C on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)3.49:1

Sample text rendered with #50756C on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Agate Green (#50756C)

Agate Green (#50756C) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 16% and a cool color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#50756C

RGB Space80, 117, 108

HSL Values165°, 19%, 39%

HSV / HSB165°, 32%, 46%

CMYK Ink32%, 0%, 8%, 54%

TemperatureCool

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Agate Green

Geometric intervals calculated from #50756C on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#76515A

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Agate Green with its polar opposite (#76515A) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#51765A · #516D76

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Agate Green for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#76516D · #765A51

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Agate Green, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#6D5176 · #766D51

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#5A5176 · #76515A · #6D7651

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Agate Green

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Structural Surface & Border Tone (30% Volume)

Because of its muted, low-chroma saturation (19%), Agate Green (#50756C) excels as a secondary surface color for container cards, table borders, navigation sidebars, and divider strokes.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Communicates organic vitality, restorative health, prosperity, and ecological balance. Evokes natural renewal and positive validation.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Sustainable Commerce, Clean Energy, Health & Wellness, Wealth Management. Combining Agate Green with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Agate Green

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-50756c: #50756C;
  --color-50756c-rgb: 80, 117, 108;
  --color-50756c-hsl: 165deg 19% 39%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '50756c': '#50756C',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Agate Green (#50756C)

Authoritative answers covering Agate Green color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Agate Green (#50756C)?

Agate Green is defined by the HEX code #50756C. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:80, G:117, B:108. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:165°, Saturation:19%, Lightness:39%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 165°, 32%, 46%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:32%, M:0%, Y:8%, K:54%.

Does Agate Green (#50756C) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Agate Green achieves a contrast ratio of 5.12:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.49:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Agate Green (#50756C)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #50756C is #76515A. When placed side-by-side, #50756C and #76515A create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Agate Green in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

Because of its muted, low-chroma saturation (19%), Agate Green (#50756C) excels as a secondary surface color for container cards, table borders, navigation sidebars, and divider strokes.

How can I copy and export Agate Green into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Agate Green in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #50756C; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Agate Green using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Agate Green (#50756C) belong to?

Agate Green belongs to the Emerald Green family (Cool spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.