Gryphon
Also known as: Dover Grey, Squant, Black Mana, Greasy Grey
A muted gray with a neutral and understated character, Gryphon works beautifully for neutral backgrounds and minimal interfaces. For contrast, pair it with a gray from its complementary palette below. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (5.66:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Gryphon color codes
- HEX
- #838585
- RGB
- rgb(131, 133, 133)
- RGBA
- rgba(131, 133, 133, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(180, 1%, 52%)
- HSV
- hsv(180, 2%, 52%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(2%, 0%, 0%, 48%)
- LAB
- lab(55.4 -0.8 -0.3)
- OKLCH
- oklch(61.5% 0.002 197.1)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning cool
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: gray#808080 · ΔE 2.0
- RAL 9023 — Pearl dark grey#7E8182 · ΔE 1.7 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Gryphon works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Muted enough to paint all four walls; sample it in both daylight and evening light before committing.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Gryphon
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Gryphon by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 3.71:1
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Aa — on black
contrast 5.66:1
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Best text color on a Gryphon background: #000000
Palettes featuring Gryphon
Gryphon with its complement
Soft neighbors of Gryphon
Gryphon triad
Similar colors
- Jumbo#878785 · ΔE 1.6
- Grey#808080 · ΔE 2.0
- Ironside#7E8082 · ΔE 2.2
- Whale#7C8181 · ΔE 2.3
- Monument#84898C · ΔE 2.4
- Pedigrey#8F8E8C · ΔE 3.8
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Gryphon is closest to Grey.
Gryphon FAQs
What color is Gryphon?
Gryphon is a medium gray with the hex code #838585. In HSL terms it has a hue of 180°, 1% saturation, and 52% lightness.
What is the hex code for Gryphon?
The hex code for Gryphon is #838585. In RGB it's rgb(131, 133, 133), and in CMYK it's cmyk(2%, 0%, 0%, 48%).
What colors go well with Gryphon?
Gryphon pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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