Bronze Yellow
HEX: #737000 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#737000
115, 112, 0
58°, 100% ,45%
0, 2.61, 100, 54.9
About Bronze Yellow
Bronze Yellow (#737000) is a color with RGB(115, 112, 0) and HSL(58.43°, 100%, 45.1%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #000373, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #007370 and #700073. The name comes from Bronze Yellow (English).
- HEX: #737000
- RGB: 115, 112, 0
- HSL: 58.43°, 100%, 45.1%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #000373
- Triadic colors: #007370, #700073
- The name comes from Bronze Yellow (English).
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 #737000 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The concept of 'bronze' as a color has existed for centuries, referring to the metallic alloy and its characteristic brownish-gold sheen. 'Yellow' is one of the primary colors, with a history dating back to prehistoric art. The combination 'Bronze Yellow' specifically describes a shade of yellow that incorporates the muted, slightly brownish, or metallic quality associated with bronze. This type of descriptive color naming became more prevalent with the expansion of synthetic pigments and the need for precise color communication in various industries (e.g., paint, textiles, ceramics). It's not tied to a single historical event or discovery but rather to the evolution of color language.
First Recorded Use
The specific color name 'Bronze Yellow' likely emerged as a descriptive term in art, fashion, or industrial contexts during a period when a wider range of nuanced color names became common. While 'bronze' and 'yellow' have ancient origins, their combination as a specific color name points to a more modern classification.
Cultural Associations
Bronze Yellow, or similar shades, can evoke feelings of warmth, earthiness, and sometimes a sense of aged elegance or vintage appeal due to its muted, slightly 'worn' quality compared to a bright, pure yellow. It's often seen in natural settings (autumn leaves, certain minerals) and can be used in design to create a sophisticated or rustic aesthetic. It's less common as a primary symbolic color but contributes to palettes that aim for richness and depth.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #737000;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #737000;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #737000;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#737000,
#0006E6
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#737000,
#0006E6
);
}// SCSS variable
$bronze-yellow: #737000;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$bronze-yellow-r: 115;
$bronze-yellow-g: 112;
$bronze-yellow-b: 0;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $bronze-yellow;
color: rgba($bronze-yellow-r, $bronze-yellow-g, $bronze-yellow-b, 0.8);
}