The Cavern down Plaintive Graying

#170c02 RGB(23,12,2)

About this color

The Cavern down Plaintive Graying occupies the deep, intense end of the orange spectrum, defined by its coordinates #170c02 — RGB(23, 12, 2).

#170c02RGB(23, 12, 2)

HSL 29° · 84% saturation · 5% lightness

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Psychology

Dark oranges recall autumn leaves, aged wood, and the glow of embers — earthy, grounded, hospitable.

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History

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, saffron orange carries deep spiritual significance — the colour of renunciation and wisdom worn by monks across South and Southeast Asia.

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Design use

Practically speaking, this deep orange is most at home as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

When it comes to colour harmony, pair this orange with deep teal for bold contrast, or with warm sand and burnt umber for a palette that feels natural and grounded.

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Color Categories

Color formats

Name
The Cavern down Plaintive Graying
HEX
#170c02
RGB
rgb(23,12,2)
RGB%
rgb(9%,4.7%,0.8%)
HSL
hsl(29,84%,5%)
HSV
hsv(29,91%,9%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,48,91,91)
LAB
lab(4,3,5)
LCH
lch(4,6,59)
sRGB
(0.09,0.047,0.008)
HEX8
#170c02ff
CSS Name
Decimal
023012002

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Color info

Lightness
5%
Saturation
84%
Hue
29°
Chroma
6
Temperature
WarmCool
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