RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.
In English folklore, Lincoln Green symbolizes loyalty and bravery, often linked to the legendary figure of Robin Hood, who wore this color during his adventures in Sherwood Forest. While it conveys a sense of nature and tradition in the West, in other cultures, it may represent prosperity and renewal.
The term 'Lincoln Green' can be traced back to the 15th century when it was notably worn by archers. This specific green dye was favored not only for its visibility in the forest but also for its durability, reflecting the craftsmanship of the time. The name itself reflects the city of Lincoln, a historical center for dyeing and textile production.
Ranked by CIE76 ΔE — the perceptual distance from Lincoln Green. Lower ΔE means a closer match (below ~2 is barely distinguishable).
All 40 Greens →Nine steps of Lincoln Green by lightness — from #0D2E03 (darkest) to #87A97D (lightest). Click any to copy.
Sitting opposite Lincoln Green at 286° on the color wheel, these give the highest-contrast pairings.
Curated 5-color combinations featuring Lincoln Green.
A 50–900 tonal scale with Lincoln Green anchored at 500 — ready to drop into a design system. Click any step to copy.
Works well as text on light backgrounds; fails on dark.
Thresholds: AA needs 4.5:1 (normal text) / 3:1 (large); AAA needs 7:1 / 4.5:1. Large = 18pt+ or 14pt+ bold.
Copy-ready values for CSS, screen and print, plus the extra conversions designers reach for.
color: #195905; color-mix(in srgb, #195905 70%, white) 106°, 94%, 35% 72, 0, 94, 65 1661189 #006600 How Lincoln Green appears to viewers with the three main types of color blindness (~1 in 12 men, 1 in 200 women). Simulated approximations.