1014 — Mahogany Very Dark
Reds family#A52526
Need details on Anchor 1014? This medium-dark, vivid red shade (Mahogany Very Dark) is hex #A52526, RGB 165, 37, 38. Cross-brand equivalents in Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Anchor shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Anchor 1014
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1014
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Anchor Colors to 1014
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1014
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Anchor 1014 (Mahogany Very Dark) sits a hair from Anchor 1006 (Dusty Rose Very Dark) (ΔE 1.1) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1014
Anchor threads that pair well with 1014, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor1014 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 1014
Known as Mahogany Very Dark, Anchor 1014 is a medium-dark, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. With a intense and saturated quality, this thread works beautifully in bold accents and berries. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring valentines and poppies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 1014 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 1014 is Mahogany Very Dark — a medium-dark red thread (hex #A52526, RGB 165, 37, 38). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 1014?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1014 (Mahogany Very Dark) is DMC 817 (Coral Red very dark) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 321 (Christmas Red, 83%) and DMC 347 (Salmon very dark, 81%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 1014?
The closest Anchor threads to 1014 are 1006 Dusty Rose Very Dark (ΔE 1.1), 341 Mahogany Dark (ΔE 2.1), and 19 Pink Bright Ultra Very (ΔE 2.76). These are useful substitutes when 1014 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 1014 good for?
Anchor 1014 (Mahogany Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1014.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 1014 (Mahogany Very Dark)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 1014 has a contrast ratio of about 7.3:1 on white fabric and 2.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.