Is Stone 500 (#78716C) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #78716C achieves a contrast ratio of 4.80:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.72:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Stone 500?

The exact complementary color for #78716C is #6D7478. For analogous pairings, use #786D6E and #78786D. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Stone 500

Stone 500 (#78716C)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Stone 500 (#78716C)?

Stone 500 has the HEX code #78716C. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 120, 113, 108. In HSL, it is 25°, 5%, 45%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:6% Y:10% K:53%.

Luminance: 17% · Nearest standard name: Stone 500

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STONE 500

#78716C

rgb(120, 113, 108) · hsl(25°, 5%, 45%)

HEX#78716C

RGB120, 113, 108

HSL25°, 5%, 45%

HSV / HSB25°, 10%, 47%

CMYK (Print)0%, 6%, 10%, 53%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#78716C#6D7478

Analogous

#786D6E#78716C#78786D

Triadic

#78716C#6D7872#726D78

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.80:1

Sample text rendered with #78716C on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)3.72:1

Sample text rendered with #78716C on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Stone 500 (#78716C)

Stone 500 (#78716C) is a distinct shade within the Slate & Neutral chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 17% and a neutral 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#78716C

RGB Space120, 113, 108

HSL Values25°, 5%, 45%

HSV / HSB25°, 10%, 47%

CMYK Ink0%, 6%, 10%, 53%

TemperatureNeutral

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Stone 500

Geometric intervals calculated from #78716C on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#6D7478

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Stone 500 with its polar opposite (#6D7478) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#786D6E · #78786D

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Stone 500 for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#6D7878 · #6D6E78

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Stone 500, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#6D7872 · #726D78

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#6E786D · #6D7478 · #786D78

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Stone 500

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

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

Because of its muted, low-chroma saturation (5%), Stone 500 (#78716C) 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

Provides timeless neutrality, structural balance, and minimalist sophistication. Eliminates chromatic noise so primary content and photography take center stage.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Editorial Publications, Minimalist Portfolios, Architecture, Hardware Engineering. Combining Stone 500 with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Stone 500

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-78716c: #78716C;
  --color-78716c-rgb: 120, 113, 108;
  --color-78716c-hsl: 25deg 5% 45%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '78716c': '#78716C',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stone 500 (#78716C)

Authoritative answers covering Stone 500 color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Stone 500 (#78716C)?

Stone 500 is defined by the HEX code #78716C. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:120, G:113, B:108. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:25°, Saturation:5%, Lightness:45%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 25°, 10%, 47%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:6%, Y:10%, K:53%.

Does Stone 500 (#78716C) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Stone 500 achieves a contrast ratio of 4.80:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.72:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Stone 500 (#78716C)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #78716C is #6D7478. When placed side-by-side, #78716C and #6D7478 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Stone 500 in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

Because of its muted, low-chroma saturation (5%), Stone 500 (#78716C) excels as a secondary surface color for container cards, table borders, navigation sidebars, and divider strokes.

How can I copy and export Stone 500 into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Stone 500 in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #78716C; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Stone 500 using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Stone 500 (#78716C) belong to?

Stone 500 belongs to the Slate & Neutral family (Neutral spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Slate & Neutral Color Guide.