Turquoise
HEX: #40E0D0 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#40E0D0
64, 224, 208
174°, 71% ,87%
71.43, 0, 7.14, 12.16
About Turquoise
Turquoise (#40E0D0) is a color with RGB(64, 224, 208) and HSL(174°, 71.43%, 87.84%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #E04050, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #D040E0 and #E0D040. The name comes from turqueise (Old French).
- HEX: #40E0D0
- RGB: 64, 224, 208
- HSL: 174°, 71.43%, 87.84%
- Mood: Playful
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #E04050
- Triadic colors: #D040E0, #E0D040
- The name comes from turqueise (Old French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #40E0D0 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Color Characteristics
Accessibility Simulation
#C3C3D2
#D6D6D0
#49DEDE
#CACACA
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'turquoise' comes from the Old French 'turqueise', meaning 'Turkish stone'. This is because the mineral was first brought to Europe from Turkey, although the actual mines were located in Persia (modern-day Iran) and other Central Asian regions. The trade route through Turkey led Europeans to associate the stone with that country. It has been prized as a gemstone and ornamental stone for thousands of years, with evidence of its use dating back to ancient Egypt (around 3000 BCE) and ancient Persia. Native American cultures, particularly in the Southwestern United States, have also used turquoise extensively for jewelry and ceremonial purposes for centuries.
First Recorded Use
c. 1300-1400
Cultural Associations
In many cultures, turquoise is considered a sacred stone, bringing good fortune, protection, and healing. It is the national gem of Iran and is often associated with Persian art and architecture. Among Native American tribes, especially the Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi, turquoise is highly valued and used in intricate jewelry, often combined with silver. It is believed to bring strength, protection, and connection to the sky and water. Turquoise is one of the birthstones for December. The color turquoise is often associated with calmness, serenity, sophistication, and energy.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #40E0D0;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #40E0D0;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #40E0D0;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#40E0D0,
#F6CACE
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#40E0D0,
#F6CACE
);
}// SCSS variable
$turquoise: #40E0D0;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$turquoise-r: 64;
$turquoise-g: 224;
$turquoise-b: 208;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $turquoise;
color: rgba($turquoise-r, $turquoise-g, $turquoise-b, 0.8);
}