#C0C0C0
Gray family

Silver

Also known as: metallic · reflective · sleek · elegant · cool
Hex #C0C0C0
RGB rgb(192, 192, 192)
HSL hsl(0°, 0%, 75%)
CMYK 0 · 0 · 0 · 25
CSS silver
RAL RAL 7044 · Silk Grey
NCS S 2500-N

RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.

Meaning

The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Silver.

In Western cultures, silver symbolizes wealth, sophistication, and modernity, often used in technology and design. Conversely, in some Eastern traditions, it is associated with purity and protection, highlighting the dual significance of the color across different cultures.

The term 'silver' originates from the Old English word 'seolfor', which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic '*silubra'. Silver was used as currency as early as 3000 BC in Mesopotamia, with artifacts such as silver jewelry and ingots dating back to ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and Greeks.

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Similar colors

The closest colors to Silver by perceived distance.

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Shades & tints

9 variations of Silver by lightness, from dark to light.

-40% #646464
-30% #7B7B7B
-20% #929292
-10% #A9A9A9
BASE #C0C0C0
+15% #C8C8C8
+30% #CFCFCF
+50% #D7D7D7
+70% #DEDEDE

Palettes

Curated 5-color combinations featuring Silver.

#C0C0C0
#1F1F1F
#FFFFFF
#8B8B8B
#FF5733

Futuristic Elegance

Modern sophistication
#C0C0C0
#3F3F3F
#F5F5F5
#FFD700
#00BFFF

Industrial Chic

Urban minimalism
#C0C0C0
#4B0082
#E0E0E0
#FF1493
#32CD32

Celestial Harmony

Dreamy serenity

Used by

Brands and institutions known for using Silver.

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