316 — Tangerine Dark
Oranges family
Looking up Anchor 316? It's Tangerine Dark, a medium orange shade (#E86027 / RGB 232, 96, 39). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 316
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Cosmo
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Anchor Colors to 316
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 316
Anchor threads that pair well with 316, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor 316 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 316
Known as Tangerine Dark, Anchor 316 is a medium, highly saturated shade sitting in the oranges family with deep amber tones. Expect a vibrant and steady look that suits seasonal designs, pumpkins, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching marigolds or fall wreaths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 316 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 316 is Tangerine Dark — a medium orange thread (hex #E86027, RGB 232, 96, 39). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 316?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark) is DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 922 (Copper light, 79%) and DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark, 78%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 316?
The closest Anchor threads to 316 are 324 Orange Spice Medium (ΔE 2.26), 332 Orange Dark (ΔE 3.68), and 925 Yellow Green Very Dark (ΔE 5.28). These are useful substitutes when 316 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 316 good for?
Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 316.