308 — Topaz Medium
Oranges family#C36419
Anchor 308 (Topaz Medium) is a medium, vivid orange shade with hex code #C36419 and RGB values 195, 100, 25. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Anchor shades and color harmony pairings.
About Anchor 308
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 308
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 308
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 308
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Saturated shades like Anchor 308 (Topaz Medium) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 308
Anchor threads that pair well with 308, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor308 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 308
Anchor 308 is the floss known as Topaz Medium: a vivid, medium member of the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. Its rich and lively presence shines in fox designs and fall harvest scenes alike. Pull this thread for monarch butterflies or persimmon patterns when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 308 look like?
Anchor 308 (Topaz Medium) is a medium shade in the oranges family with hex #C36419 and RGB 195, 100, 25. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring seasonal designs and pumpkins.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 308?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 308 (Topaz Medium) is DMC 976 (Golden Brown medium) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark, 73%) and DMC 782 (Topaz dark (781), 72%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 308?
The closest Anchor threads to 308 are 1046 Golden Brown Medium Dark (ΔE 4.04), 365 Golden Brown Medium (ΔE 4.14), and 901 Old Gold Dark (ΔE 7.47). These are useful substitutes when 308 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 308?
Reach for Anchor 308 (Topaz Medium) when your project calls for seasonal designs, pumpkins, marigolds, fall wreaths. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 308.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 308 (Topaz Medium)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 308 has a contrast ratio of about 4.1:1 on white fabric and 5.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.