#172503 Hex Color
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#172503 is a very dark, muted lime shade with earthy olive undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while the green base suggests growth and natural energy. Use it as a dominant dark-mode background or sports and gaming accent; white text achieves about 16.1:1 contrast. The hex code is #172503.
Questions about #172503
What is #172503 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #172503 is rgb(23, 37, 3), in HSL hsl(85, 85%, 8%) and in CMYK 38%, 0%, 92%, 85%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #172503?
#172503 pairs well with warm neutrals, muted gold, and terracotta, which bring out its olive undertones while adding contrast; cream and pale green create a softer, nature-inspired palette for interfaces, packaging, or outdoor brands.
Is #172503 warm or cool?
#172503 reads as a dark, warm-leaning green because its yellow-green hue and olive undertones soften the cooler feel often associated with green. It feels earthy, grounded, and restrained rather than bright.
Is #172503 readable on white or black?
#172503 has a 16.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.30:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.