metallic gold

Lustrous precious hue

Metallic gold describes the lustrous yellow-orange color of the precious metal, typically with a shiny or reflective quality.

The term distinguishes this finish from matte or flat gold tones: a metallic gold dress, metallic gold wrapping paper.

In design and fashion, metallic gold suggests glamour and opulence.

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Opposites
finish/surface quality

metallic goldmatte

Non-reflective surface finish

flat finish · non-reflective · dull · flat · matte finish

hue/color family

metallic goldsilver

Lustrous white precious metal

chrome · gunmetal · platinum · pewter · steel gray

material impression

metallic goldmatte black

Non-reflective dark finish

oxidized · tarnished · austere · cold steel

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G