#0C4C72
- RGB
- 12, 76, 114
- Brightness
- 70.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 202°, 81%, 25%
- HSV V %
- 45%
- Lab
- 30.5, -4.1, -27.1
- CMYK (%)
- 89%, 33%, 0%, 55%
- PNG size
- 6.1 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very dark, intense cool hue
Recommended text: White (9.16:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #0C4C72
Common Name: Sapphire Blue
RGB: (12, 76, 114)
HSL: (202°, 82%, 26%)
Contrast with White: 4.1 (AA Pass)
Contrast with Black: 9.3 (AA Pass)
Mood: A cool and calming blue that evokes trust, dependability, and professionalism. Often associated with stability and integrity, it has a serene depth perfect for creating a strong yet peaceful visual identity. It is both modern and classic, making it a versatile choice for various design projects.
Notable Matches:
- RAL 5010 - Gentian Blue (#125B84) ΔE=6.45
- Pantone 3025 C - Deep Blue (#005072) ΔE=4.06
- Munsell 5PB 3/6 - Medium Blue (#1C4E73) ΔE=1.88
- Benjamin Moore CC-842 - Mistral (#11567E) ΔE=4.31
- Pantone 8483 C - Dark Blue (#20476C) ΔE=4.13
Why Designers Use It
Designers often choose Sapphire Blue for its striking balance between boldness and calm. This color is a frequent choice in branding for its professional and reliable nature. It is widely used in the corporate world, particularly in industries like finance, technology, and education, where trust and stability are key brand values. The use of Sapphire Blue can evoke confidence, making it ideal for both digital interfaces and physical branding materials. Additionally, this blue has a timeless appeal, maintaining relevance in both traditional and modern design contexts. Some designers favor it in tech and innovation branding to convey expertise, precision, and reliability.
Its strong association with the ocean and sky also ties it to natural and expansive elements, giving it an almost universal appeal across geographic and cultural boundaries. Whether for logo design or website color schemes, this shade of blue maintains its popularity due to its versatility and wide emotional range.