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#0C232C — Ebony

#0C232C is a dark moderately saturated black sitting at 197° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.

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Tints and shades of #0C232C

Color schemes using #0C232C

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

complementary

Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.

split complementary

A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.

triadic

Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.

tetradic

Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.

monochromatic

A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.

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#0C232C FAQ

What color is #0C232C?

#0C232C is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 197 degrees, 57% saturation and 11% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #0C232C?

#0C232C is rgb(12, 35, 44) in RGB, hsl(197, 57%, 11%) in HSL, and cmyk(73%, 20%, 0%, 83%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #0C232C?

White text on this background reaches 16.25:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.29:1.

What colors go well with #0C232C?

Its direct complement is #2C150C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2C0C13 and #2C250C gives you contrast without the vibration.