What is the hex code for Andover Green?

Andover Green is #6d7e77. It appears in 2 historical color combinations from Sanzo Wada's 1933 "A Dictionary of Color Combinations".

What does Andover Green look like on white and black backgrounds?

Andover Green (#6d7e77) has a WCAG contrast ratio of 4.28:1 against white (#FFFFFF) and 4.90:1 against black (#000000). WCAG AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.

Where does the color Andover Green come from?

Andover Green is documented in Sanzo Wada's "A Dictionary of Color Combinations" (1933, Seigensha Art Publishing 2010 reprint). Wada catalogued neutral pigments and historical Japanese color terms. The source work is in the public domain.

Can I use Andover Green in my own design or brand?

Yes. The color name and hex value (#6d7e77) are factual data — not copyrightable. Our curation and descriptions are CC BY 4.0 licensed.

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neutral · 2 palettes

Andover Green

About Andover Green

Andover Green is a mid-tone, near-neutral neutral tone. Its hex value is #6d7e77 — that is RGB 109, 126, 119, or HSL 155°, 7%, 46%.

It holds 4.9:1 contrast against dark, so Andover Green works best for body text, headings, and UI labels. (On white it scores 4.3:1; on black 4.9:1.)

Across Sanzo Wada's 1933 Dictionary of Color Combinations, Andover Green appears in 2 combinations — most often paired with Light Brown Drab, Vinaceous Tawny and Antwarp Blue.

Palettes with Andover Green

Andover Green appears in 2 combinations from the archive. Each pairing reveals how the same color shifts character depending on its neighbours.

Showa era

Light Brown Drab & Vinaceous Tawny +2

Plate 244 from Sanzo Wada's 1933 Dictionary of Color Combinations — Light Brown Drab, Vinaceous Tawny, Andover Green, Antwarp Blue.

Showa era

Rosolanc Purple & Turquoise Green +2

Plate 346 from Sanzo Wada's 1933 Dictionary of Color Combinations — Rosolanc Purple, Turquoise Green, Light Green Yellow, Andover Green.

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