Crimson Color – #8c000f: Codes and Complete Breakdown
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A deep red with almost no orange, the color of dried garnet or dark cherry juice. Crimson color (#8c000f) has been the shade of academic gowns, cardinal vestments, and Harvard sports since forever. Cream, gold, and deep green partner up naturally.

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Crimson Color Codes and Information
Here’s a complete breakdown of the color Crimson, including its HEX, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values, as well as other information about the color.
| Data Type | Values/Details |
|---|---|
| Hex | #8c000f |
| RGB | rgb(140,0,15) |
| HSL | hsl(354,100%,27.5%) |
| CMYK | 0, 100, 89, 45 |
| HSV | 354, 100, 55 |
| RGB % | 55, 0, 6 |
| XYZ | 10.9, 5.6, 1 |
| LAB | 28.4, 51.6, 34.6 |
| Color Category | Dark |
| Color Family | Red |
| Saturation | 100% |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Contrast Ratio Againt White (#ffffff) | 9.9 (passes WCAG AA) |
| Contrast Ratio Againt Black (#000000) | 2.12 (fails WCAG AA) |
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