#172CAC Hex Color Code

#172CAC

The Hexadecimal Color #172CAC is a contrast shade of Dark Blue. #172CAC RGB value is rgb(23, 44, 172). RGB Color Model of #172CAC consists of 9% red, 17% green and 67% blue. HSL color Mode of #172CAC has 232°(degrees) Hue, 76% Saturation and 38% Lightness. #172CAC color has an wavelength of 473.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #172CAC is #3333CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #172CAC is #13A. The Closest Color to #172CAC is #00008B. Official Name of #172CAC Hex Code is Persian Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #172CAC is 87 Cyan 74 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black and #172CAC CMY is 87, 74, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #172CAC is hsl(232,76,38, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(232, 87, 67). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #172CAC is 8.7, 4.96, 39.52.
Hex8 Value of #172CAC is #172CACFF. Decimal Value of #172CAC is 1518764 and Octal Value of #172CAC is 5626254. Binary Value of #172CAC is 10111, 101100, 10101100 and Android of #172CAC is 4279708844 / 0xff172cac. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #172CAC is 0.164, 0.093, 0.093 and YIQ Color Space of #172CAC is 52.313, -53.6403, 35.3921. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #172CAC is 2.09, 2.54, 38.96. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #172CAC is 26.62, 41.63, -69.18. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #172CAC is 26.62, -8.75, -85.47. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #172CAC is 26.62, 80.74, 301.04. Hunter Lab variable of #172CAC is 22.27, 30.76, -89.62.

#172CAC - Persian Blue Color Image
#172CAC - Persian Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #172CAC

RGB Percentages of #172CAC

9%
17%
67%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #172CAC

9.02%
16.24%
67.45%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #172CAC

87%
74%
0%
33%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #172CAC

To get 25% Saturated #172CAC Color, you need to convert the hex color #172CAC to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #172CAC hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #172CAC

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #172CAC

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #172CAC

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #172CAC to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #172CAC to it's the darkest color.

#172CAC Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(23, 44, 172)
RGB Percent 9%, 17%, 67%
RYB 23.0, 41.41, 172.0
CMYK 87, 74, 0, 33
CMY 87, 74, 0
HSL hsl(232, 76%, 38%)
HSLA hsl(232, 76%, 38%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(232, 87, 67)
XYZ 8.7, 4.96, 39.52
Hex8 Value #172CACFF
Decimal Value 1518764
Octal Value 5626254
Binary Value 10111,101100,10101100
Android 4279708844 / 0xff172cac
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(232, 76%, 38%)
xyY 0.164, 0.093, 4.961
YIQ 52.313, -53.6403, 35.3921
LMS 2.09, 2.54, 38.96
CieLAB 26.62, 41.63, -69.18
CieLUV : LCHuv 26.62, -8.75, -85.47
CieLCH : LCHab 26.62, 80.74, 301.04
Hunter Lab 22.27, 30.76, -89.62
YUV 52.313, 58.9, -25.71
YDbDr 52.313, 180.07, 55.77
YCbCr 60.93, 187.33, 109.63
YCoCg 70.75, 97.5, -26.75
YPbPr 52.31, 67.54, -20.91
Munsell Color System 7969.16 655.53/234.74

#172CAC HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#172CAC as Background:

It is easier to sail many thousand miles through cold and storm and cannibals, ina government ship, with five hundred men and boys to assist one, than it is to explore the private sea, the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean of one's being alone.

Henry David Thoreau
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#172CAC as Text Color:

Every animal that walks the earth, or swims, or flies is precious beyond description, something so rare and wonderful that it equals the stars or the ocean or the mind of man.

James A. Michener
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#172CAC as Text Shadow:

Through Transcendental Meditation, the human brain can experience that level of intelligence which is an ocean of all knowledge, energy, intelligence, and bliss.

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #172CAC">…</p>

#172CAC as Linear Gradient:

Everything that ever walked or crawled on the face of the earth, swum the depths of the ocean or soared through the skies left its imprint here

Robert M. Fresco
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FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #172CAC?

RGB Value for #172CAC is rgb(23, 44, 172).

What is the RGB percentage of #172CAC?

RGB percentage for #172CAC is 9% Red 17% Green 67% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #172CAC?

CMYK Color Model of #172CAC is 87 Cyan 74 Magenta 0 Yellow 33 Black.

What is the HSL value of #172CAC?

HSL Value of #172CAC is 232°(degrees) Hue 76 Saturation 38 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #172CAC?

HSV Value of #172CAC is 232 Hue 87 Saturation 67 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #172CAC?

XYZ Color Model of #172CAC is 8.7, 4.96, 39.52.