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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 ​

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Shades (Adding Black)

  • 120A8F
    rgb(18, 10, 143)
  • 190C76
    rgb(25, 12, 118)
  • 1B0D5E
    rgb(27, 13, 94)
  • 190D46
    rgb(25, 13, 70)
  • 160B30
    rgb(22, 11, 48)
  • 11051C
    rgb(17, 5, 28)
  • 000000
    rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

  • 120A8F
    rgb(18, 10, 143)
  • 4E33A2
    rgb(78, 51, 162)
  • 7559B5
    rgb(117, 89, 181)
  • 9981C8
    rgb(153, 129, 200)
  • BCA9DA
    rgb(188, 169, 218)
  • DDD3ED
    rgb(221, 211, 237)
  • FFFFFF
    rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

  • 120A8F
    rgb(18, 10, 143)
  • 201183
    rgb(32, 17, 131)
  • 291773
    rgb(41, 23, 115)
  • 2E1D62
    rgb(46, 29, 98)
  • 302250
    rgb(48, 34, 80)
  • 2E263D
    rgb(46, 38, 61)
  • 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
#766FFB
Light
#594ED6
Medium Light
#3A2EB2
Medium
#120A8F
Medium Dark
#170E62
Dark
#140C39
Darkest
#030213

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors
Base End
#120A8F
Left Dark
#6044A9
Left Medium
#957CC3
Left Light
#C5B7DC
Neutral
#F5F5F5
Right Light
#DCDABD
Right Medium
#C2C186
Right Dark
#A5A750
Complementary End
#878F0A

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors
Lightest
#FFFFFF
Light
#9981C8
Medium
#120A8F
Dark
#000078
Darkest
#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors
Left Adjacent 2
#0A878F
Left Adjacent 1
#0A448F
Main
#120A8F
Right Adjacent 1
#540A8F
Right Adjacent 2
#8F0A87

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors
Main
#120A8F
Complementary
#878F0A

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors
Main
#120A8F
Secondary
#8F120A
Tertiary
#0A8F12

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors
Main
#120A8F
Right 90°
#8F0A45
Complementary
#878F0A
Left 90°
#0A8F55

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors
Main
#120A8F
Secondary
#8F0A87
Complementary
#878F0A
Complementary Secondary
#0A8F12

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors
Main
#120A8F
Split Left
#8F550A
Split Right
#458F0A

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors
0°
#120A8F
45°
#760A8F
90°
#8F0A45
135°
#8F330A
180°
#878F0A
225°
#238F0A
270°
#0A8F55
315°
#0A668F

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors
Light Pastel
#A19FC6
Pastel 1
#ADABCE
Pastel 2
#BAB8D6
Pastel 3
#C7C5DD
Pastel 4
#D3D2E5
Deep Pastel
#E0DFEC

Common Blue Color Codes (HEX & RGB) ​

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

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Ultramarine Color Code Converter ​

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All Formats:

  • HEX:
    #120A8F
  • RGB:
    rgb(18, 10, 143)
  • CMYK:
    cmyk(87%, 93%, 0%, 44%)
  • HSV:
    hsv(244°, 93%, 56%)
  • HSL:
    hsl(244°, 87%, 30%)

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.