#4B7C1B Hex Color
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Muted yellow-green, #4b7c1b has moderate saturation and subtle olive undertones, giving it a grounded, natural feel. It suggests growth and dependability without appearing overly formal. The hex code works well as a supporting tone beside cream, charcoal, or warm white in nature, sports, and energy drink designs. White text provides about a 5.0:1 contrast ratio for body copy.
Questions about #4b7c1b
What is #4b7c1b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4b7c1b is rgb(75, 124, 27), in HSL hsl(90, 64%, 30%) and in CMYK 40%, 0%, 78%, 51%.
Does #4b7c1b read as a warm or cool color?
#4b7c1b reads as a warm-leaning green because its hue shifts toward yellow, while its olive undertone keeps the appearance subdued and earthy rather than bright or tropical in most digital palettes.
What colors pair well with #4b7c1b in a palette?
#4b7c1b pairs well with cream, warm white, and charcoal, whose neutral tones balance its muted yellow-green base; terracotta adds a warmer earthy contrast, while lighter greens create a restrained monochromatic palette.
Is #4b7c1b readable on white or black?
#4b7c1b has a 5.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.19:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.