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Ultramarine Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values

Looking for specific ultramarine color code? Get exact ultramarine hex code #120A8F and ultramarine RGB code rgb(18,10,143). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this historic, vibrant color.

Visual example of ultramarine color with its historic, vibrant appearance
HEX#120A8F
RGBrgb(18,10,143)

Shades of Ultramarine

Create custom shades of ultramarine with our color generator. Adjust hues, tints, and tones to find the perfect shade of ultramarine for your project.

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Shades (Adding Black)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 376BC8
    rgb(55, 107, 200)
  • 31559D
    rgb(49, 85, 157)
  • 294073
    rgb(41, 64, 115)
  • 202C4C
    rgb(32, 44, 76)
  • 151928
    rgb(21, 25, 40)
  • 000000
    rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 6D95F8
    rgb(109, 149, 248)
  • 91A9FA
    rgb(145, 169, 250)
  • AFBEFC
    rgb(175, 190, 252)
  • CBD3FD
    rgb(203, 211, 253)
  • E5E9FE
    rgb(229, 233, 254)
  • FFFFFF
    rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

  • 3B82F6
    rgb(59, 130, 246)
  • 5082E9
    rgb(80, 130, 233)
  • 6182D7
    rgb(97, 130, 215)
  • 6F83C4
    rgb(111, 131, 196)
  • 7983B0
    rgb(121, 131, 176)
  • 80849B
    rgb(128, 132, 155)
  • 808080
    rgb(128, 128, 128)

Ultramarine Palette

Explore curated and automatically generated color palettes featuring ultramarine. See how it harmonizes with other colors for UI themes, graphics, and branding materials.

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Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors
Lightest
#DAF1FF
Light
#ACD2F3
Medium Light
#7AB5E7
Medium
#3498DB
Medium Dark
#2B6F9F
Dark
#214967
Darkest
#142634

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors
Base End
#3498DB
Left Dark
#76AEE2
Left Medium
#A4C5E9
Left Light
#CEDDEF
Neutral
#F5F5F5
Right Light
#F5D5C3
Right Medium
#F1B593
Right Dark
#E89664
Complementary End
#DB7734

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors
Lightest
#FFFFFF
Light
#A9CAED
Medium
#3498DB
Dark
#004D89
Darkest
#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors
Left Adjacent 2
#34DB77
Left Adjacent 1
#34DBCB
Main
#3498DB
Right Adjacent 1
#3445DB
Right Adjacent 2
#7734DB

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors
Main
#3498DB
Complementary
#DB7734

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors
Main
#3498DB
Secondary
#DB3498
Tertiary
#98DB34

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors
Main
#3498DB
Right 90°
#CB34DB
Complementary
#DB7734
Left 90°
#45DB34

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors
Main
#3498DB
Secondary
#7734DB
Complementary
#DB7734
Complementary Secondary
#98DB34

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors
Main
#3498DB
Split Left
#DB3444
Split Right
#DBCB34

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors
#3498DB
45°
#4D34DB
90°
#CB34DB
135°
#DB346E
180°
#DB7734
225°
#C2DB34
270°
#45DB34
315°
#34DBA1

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors
Light Pastel
#A2B6C3
Pastel 1
#AFBFCB
Pastel 2
#BBC9D3
Pastel 3
#C7D3DB
Pastel 4
#D4DDE3
Deep Pastel
#E0E7EB

Common Blue Color Codes (HEX & RGB)

HEX:#0000FF
RGB:rgb(0, 0, 255)
HEX:#000080
RGB:rgb(0, 0, 128)
HEX:#00008B
RGB:rgb(0, 0, 139)
HEX:#ADD8E6
RGB:rgb(173, 216, 230)
HEX:#4169E1
RGB:rgb(65, 105, 225)
HEX:#87CEEB
RGB:rgb(135, 206, 235)
HEX:#89CFF0
RGB:rgb(137, 207, 240)
HEX:#7DF9FF
RGB:rgb(125, 249, 255)
HEX:#4B0082
RGB:rgb(75, 0, 130)
HEX:#40E0D0
RGB:rgb(64, 224, 208)
HEX:#00FFFF
RGB:rgb(0, 255, 255)

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Ultramarine Color Code Converter

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All Formats:

  • HEX:
    #ECB12E
  • RGB:
    rgb(236, 177, 46)
  • CMYK:
    cmyk(0%, 25%, 81%, 7%)
  • HSV:
    hsv(41°, 81%, 93%)
  • HSL:
    hsl(41°, 83%, 55%)

What is Ultramarine?

Ultramarine is a deep, violet-tinged blue with a rich artistic history. The name comes from the Latin ultramarinus, meaning "beyond the sea," referring to its origin as a pigment made from lapis lazuli imported from Afghanistan via sea trade. For centuries, ultramarine was the most expensive pigment, reserved for the most important works of art, including the robes of the Virgin Mary in Renaissance paintings.

The hex code for ultramarine is #120A8F, with RGB values of rgb(18, 10, 143). The color features strong blue with subtle purple undertones, creating its characteristic deep, mysterious appearance. Its CMYK values emphasize cyan and magenta with substantial black ink, producing a rich violet-blue in print.

Ultramarine vs Similar Colors

Ultramarine has a distinctive purple undertone:

ColorHEX CodeKey Difference
Ultramarine#120A8FDeep violet-blue
Navy Blue#000080Pure dark blue
Cobalt Blue#0047ABBrighter, less purple
Indigo#4B0082More violet-leaning

Ultramarine is darker than cobalt blue with a noticeable purple undertone that navy lacks.

Using Ultramarine in Design

Ultramarine's depth makes it dramatic:

Web and UI Design: Ultramarine works well for luxury brands, creative platforms, and premium services. It creates sophisticated interfaces and memorable brand identities. Pair with gold or cream for elegance.

Graphic Design: Ultramarine is ideal for book covers, event invitations, and luxury packaging. It pairs beautifully with gold foil, white, and deep red for dramatic designs.

Art and History: A favorite among master painters, ultramarine remains a staple in professional art supplies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ultramarine hex code?

The ultramarine hex code is #120A8F. This deep violet-blue has rich historical significance.

What colors go well with ultramarine?

Ultramarine pairs beautifully with gold, cream, burgundy, and white.

Is ultramarine the same as navy blue?

No. Ultramarine (#120A8F) has a purple undertone, while navy blue (#000080) is a pure dark blue.

What are the RGB values for ultramarine?

The ultramarine RGB code is rgb(18, 10, 143) — strong blue with minimal red and green.

What is ultramarine's CMYK value?

Ultramarine CMYK is approximately C:88, M:93, Y:0, K:44, producing its characteristic deep violet-blue in print.