#173CBB Hex Color Code

#173CBB

The Hexadecimal Color #173CBB is a contrast shade of Medium Blue. #173CBB RGB value is rgb(23, 60, 187). RGB Color Model of #173CBB consists of 9% red, 23% green and 73% blue. HSL color Mode of #173CBB has 226°(degrees) Hue, 78% Saturation and 41% Lightness. #173CBB color has an wavelength of 477.7037nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #173CBB is #3366CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #173CBB is #14B. The Closest Color to #173CBB is #0000CD. Official Name of #173CBB Hex Code is Persian Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #173CBB is 88 Cyan 68 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black and #173CBB CMY is 88, 68, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #173CBB is hsl(226,78,41, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(226, 88, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #173CBB is 10.94, 7.0, 47.78.
Hex8 Value of #173CBB is #173CBBFF. Decimal Value of #173CBB is 1522875 and Octal Value of #173CBB is 5636273. Binary Value of #173CBB is 10111, 111100, 10111011 and Android of #173CBB is 4279712955 / 0xff173cbb. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #173CBB is 0.166, 0.107, 0.107 and YIQ Color Space of #173CBB is 63.415, -62.8534, 31.6969. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #173CBB is 3.26, 4.48, 47.11. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #173CBB is 31.81, 37.15, -69.56. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #173CBB is 31.81, -12.02, -93.19. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #173CBB is 31.81, 78.86, 298.11. Hunter Lab variable of #173CBB is 26.46, 27.51, -88.55.

#173CBB - Persian Blue Color Image
#173CBB - Persian Blue Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #173CBB

RGB Percentages of #173CBB

9%
23%
73%

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 #173CBB

9.02%
20.86%
73.33%

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 #173CBB

88%
68%
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 #173CBB

To get 25% Saturated #173CBB Color, you need to convert the hex color #173CBB 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 #173CBB 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 #173CBB

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 #173CBB

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 #173CBB

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 #173CBB to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #173CBB to it's the darkest color.

#173CBB Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(23, 60, 187)
RGB Percent 9%, 23%, 73%
RYB 23.0, 53.19, 187.0
CMYK 88, 68, 0, 27
CMY 88, 68, 0
HSL hsl(226, 78%, 41%)
HSLA hsl(226, 78%, 41%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(226, 88, 73)
XYZ 10.94, 7.0, 47.78
Hex8 Value #173CBBFF
Decimal Value 1522875
Octal Value 5636273
Binary Value 10111,111100,10111011
Android 4279712955 / 0xff173cbb
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(226, 78%, 41%)
xyY 0.166, 0.107, 7.0
YIQ 63.415, -62.8534, 31.6969
LMS 3.26, 4.48, 47.11
CieLAB 31.81, 37.15, -69.56
CieLUV : LCHuv 31.81, -12.02, -93.19
CieLCH : LCHab 31.81, 78.86, 298.11
Hunter Lab 26.46, 27.51, -88.55
YUV 63.415, 60.81, -35.45
YDbDr 63.415, 185.94, 76.88
YCbCr 70.46, 189.26, 102.68
YCoCg 82.5, 105.0, -22.5
YPbPr 63.42, 69.74, -28.83
Munsell Color System 8742.57 583.05/235.08

#173CBB HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#173CBB as Background:

Year's end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instill in us. Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.

Oprah Winfrey
<p style="background: #173CBB">…</p>

#173CBB as Text Color:

The artist is the confidant of nature, flowers carry on dialogues with him through the graceful bending of their stems and the harmoniously tinted nuances of their blossoms, Every flower has a cordial word which nature directs towards him.

Auguste Rodin
<p style="color: #173CBB">…</p>

#173CBB as Text Shadow:

I recently had my annual physical examination, which I get once every seven years, and when the nurse weighed me, I was shocked to discover how much stronger the Earth's gravitational pull has become since 1990.

Dave Barry
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #173CBB">…</p>

#173CBB as Linear Gradient:

Goals provide the energy source that powers our lives. One of the best ways we can get the most from the energy we have is to focus it. That is what goals can do for us; concentrate our energy.

Denis Waitley
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #173CBB)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #173CBB?

RGB Value for #173CBB is rgb(23, 60, 187).

What is the RGB percentage of #173CBB?

RGB percentage for #173CBB is 9% Red 23% Green 73% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #173CBB?

CMYK Color Model of #173CBB is 88 Cyan 68 Magenta 0 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #173CBB?

HSL Value of #173CBB is 226°(degrees) Hue 78 Saturation 41 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #173CBB?

HSV Value of #173CBB is 226 Hue 88 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #173CBB?

XYZ Color Model of #173CBB is 10.94, 7.0, 47.78.