RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.
The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Byzantium.
In the context of Byzantine culture, purple was reserved for emperors and high-ranking officials, signifying power and nobility. In contrast, modern interpretations often see Byzantium as a color of creativity and spiritual contemplation, bridging the sacred and the artistic.
The term 'Byzantium' originates from the ancient city of Byzantium, founded around 657 BC. The color gained prominence during the Byzantine Empire (4th to 15th centuries), where purple garments indicated imperial authority, with the dye itself being incredibly valuable, sometimes worth its weight in gold.
9 variations of Byzantium by lightness, from dark to light.
Curated 5-color combinations featuring Byzantium.