309 — Topaz Medium Dark
Browns family#A94F1B
Looking up Anchor 309? It's Topaz Medium Dark, a medium-dark brown shade (#A94F1B / RGB 169, 79, 27). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 309
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 309
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 309
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 309
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Anchor 309 (Topaz Medium Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 309
Anchor threads that pair well with 309, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Browns Family
Anchor309 in context with nearby shades from the browns color family.
About Anchor 309
Known as Topaz Medium Dark, Anchor 309 is a medium-dark, vivid shade sitting in the browns family with warm chocolate tones. Expect a intense and saturated look that suits cinnamon motifs, bark patterns, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching gingerbread themes or tree trunks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 309 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 309 is Topaz Medium Dark — a medium-dark brown thread (hex #A94F1B, RGB 169, 79, 27). It shows up most in wooden textures and coffee themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 309?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 309 (Topaz Medium Dark) is DMC 3826 (Golden Brown) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 301 (Mahogany medium, 72%) and DMC 435 (Brown very light, 70%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 309?
The closest Anchor threads to 309 are 349 Chocolate Medium (ΔE 4.48), 310 Topaz Very Dark (ΔE 6.42), and 375 Hazelnut Brown Medium (ΔE 6.89). These are useful substitutes when 309 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 309 good for?
Anchor 309 (Topaz Medium Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring wooden textures, coffee themes, rustic designs, leather accents. 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 309.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 309 (Topaz Medium 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, 309 has a contrast ratio of about 5.5:1 on white fabric and 3.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.