Emerald Green #50C878
Emerald green, hex code #50C878, is a bright, jewel-like green with a slight blue lean. It is medium-light and well saturated, clearer and cooler than grass green. Named after the gemstone, it suggests luxury, spring, renewal, and Ireland, which is often called the Emerald Isle.
There's no CSS keyword for emerald, and the gemstone ranges from light to very deep green. #50C878 is a common reference value, but many brands use a darker emerald.
| HEX | #50C878 | |
|---|---|---|
| RGB | rgb(80, 200, 120) | |
| HSL | hsl(140, 52%, 55%) | |
| HSV | hsv(140, 60%, 78%) | |
| CMYK | cmyk(60%, 0%, 40%, 22%) |
Text on Emerald Green
Black text reads better on Emerald Green. Ratios use the WCAG 2 formula: 4.5:1 passes AA for body text, 3:1 passes for large text.
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Emerald Green tints and shades
Tints mix Emerald Green with white, shades mix it with black, in 15% steps. Copy any code, or open the tint and shade generator for a full scale.
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Color-wheel harmonies built by rotating the hue of #50C878 and keeping its saturation and lightness.
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Emerald Green color meaning
Emerald green borrows its meaning from the gem. Emeralds have been prized for centuries, so the color signals value and refinement in a fresher way than gold or diamonds. It's the birthstone for May, which ties it to spring. The gem gets its color from small amounts of chromium or vanadium.
Popular culture adds to the picture. Ireland's nickname, the Emerald Isle, and the Emerald City in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz both link the shade to a lush, slightly magical green. Pantone also named Emerald its Color of the Year for 2013.
Like most greens, it suggests growth and balance. The blue undertone makes it feel cool and clean, and a little more formal than yellow-leaning greens. In fashion it's a favorite for evening wear and holiday parties, where it looks festive and rich.
How to use Emerald Green in design
Emerald green works for jewelry, beauty, hospitality, and finance brands that want something richer than a standard green. This brighter version is easy on the eye on screen and works for highlights, buttons, and illustrations. Use dark text on it, such as black or charcoal; white text is hard to read at this lightness. For a luxury look, pair emerald with gold, black, or cream, or move to a deeper emerald for backgrounds. In fashion and interiors, emerald velvet, tiles, and evening wear are popular choices.
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Emerald Green FAQ
What is the difference between emerald green and jade?
Jade is darker and bluer, with a more polished, stone-like look. Emerald green is lighter and brighter, closer to a sparkling gem. Emerald suggests luxury and celebration, while jade feels calmer and more traditional, with strong ties to East Asian art and jewelry.
Is emerald green warm or cool?
Emerald green is a cool green. Its hue leans slightly toward blue, which gives it a clean, crisp look compared with grass or olive greens. It still pairs well with warm colors, and gold, blush pink, and coral are common partners because they balance that coolness.