#172CBA Hex Color Code

#172CBA

The Hexadecimal Color #172CBA is a contrast shade of Medium Blue. #172CBA RGB value is rgb(23, 44, 186). RGB Color Model of #172CBA consists of 9% red, 17% green and 72% blue. HSL color Mode of #172CBA has 232°(degrees) Hue, 78% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #172CBA color has an wavelength of 473.92593nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #172CBA is #3333CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #172CBA is #13B. The Closest Color to #172CBA is #0000CD. Official Name of #172CBA Hex Code is Persian Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #172CBA is 88 Cyan 76 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #172CBA CMY is 88, 76, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #172CBA is hsl(232,78,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(232, 88, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #172CBA is 10.11, 5.53, 46.98.
Hex8 Value of #172CBA is #172CBAFF. Decimal Value of #172CBA is 1518778 and Octal Value of #172CBA is 5626272. Binary Value of #172CBA is 10111, 101100, 10111010 and Android of #172CBA is 4279708858 / 0xff172cba. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #172CBA is 0.162, 0.088, 0.088 and YIQ Color Space of #172CBA is 53.909, -58.1385, 39.7489. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #172CBA is 2.15, 2.56, 46.31. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #172CBA is 28.19, 46.41, -74.93. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #172CBA is 28.19, -9.17, -93.71. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #172CBA is 28.19, 88.14, 301.77. Hunter Lab variable of #172CBA is 23.52, 35.59, -101.99.

#172CBA - Persian Blue Color Image
#172CBA - Persian Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #172CBA

RGB Percentages of #172CBA

9%
17%
72%

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 #172CBA

9.02%
16.32%
72.94%

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 #172CBA

88%
76%
0%
27%

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 #172CBA

To get 25% Saturated #172CBA Color, you need to convert the hex color #172CBA 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 #172CBA 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 #172CBA

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 #172CBA

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 #172CBA

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 #172CBA to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #172CBA to it's the darkest color.

#172CBA Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(23, 44, 186)
RGB Percent 9%, 17%, 72%
RYB 23.0, 41.6, 186.0
CMYK 88, 76, 0, 27
CMY 88, 76, 0
HSL hsl(232, 78%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(232, 78%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(232, 88, 73)
XYZ 10.11, 5.53, 46.98
Hex8 Value #172CBAFF
Decimal Value 1518778
Octal Value 5626272
Binary Value 10111,101100,10111010
Android 4279708858 / 0xff172cba
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(232, 78%, 41%)
xyY 0.162, 0.088, 5.527
YIQ 53.909, -58.1385, 39.7489
LMS 2.15, 2.56, 46.31
CieLAB 28.19, 46.41, -74.93
CieLUV : LCHuv 28.19, -9.17, -93.71
CieLCH : LCHab 28.19, 88.14, 301.77
Hunter Lab 23.52, 35.59, -101.99
YUV 53.909, 65.0, -27.12
YDbDr 53.909, 198.74, 58.81
YCbCr 62.3, 193.48, 108.63
YCoCg 74.25, 104.5, -30.25
YPbPr 53.91, 74.54, -22.05
Munsell Color System 8216.10 663.75/233.28

#172CBA HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#172CBA as Background:

Happiness comes of the capacity to feel deeply, to enjoy simply, to think freely, to risk life, to be needed.

Storm Jameson
<p style="background: #172CBA">…</p>

#172CBA as Text Color:

Gratitude is the sweetest thing in a seeker's life- in all human life. If there is gratitude in your heart, then there will be tremendous sweetness in your eyes.

Sri Chinmoy
<p style="color: #172CBA">…</p>

#172CBA as Text Shadow:

Climb the mountain not to plant your flag, but to embrace the challenge, enjoy the air and behold the view. Climb it so you can see the world, not so the world can see you.

David McCullough Jr.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #172CBA">…</p>

#172CBA as Linear Gradient:

One of the most tragic things I know about human nature is that all of us tend to put off living. We are all dreaming of some magical rose garden over the horizon instead of enjoying the roses that are blooming outside our windows today.

Dale Carnegie
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #172CBA)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #172CBA?

RGB Value for #172CBA is rgb(23, 44, 186).

What is the RGB percentage of #172CBA?

RGB percentage for #172CBA is 9% Red 17% Green 72% Blue.

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

CMYK Color Model of #172CBA is 88 Cyan 76 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #172CBA?

HSL Value of #172CBA is 232°(degrees) Hue 78 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #172CBA?

HSV Value of #172CBA is 232 Hue 88 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #172CBA?

XYZ Color Model of #172CBA is 10.11, 5.53, 46.98.