400 — Pewter Grey Dark
Grays family#655B64
Looking up Anchor 400? It's Pewter Grey Dark, a medium-dark gray shade (#655B64 / RGB 101, 91, 100). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 400
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 400
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 400
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 400
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 400
Anchor threads that pair well with 400, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Anchor400 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Anchor 400
Known as Pewter Grey Dark, Anchor 400 is a medium-dark, subdued shade sitting in the grays family. Expect a somber and rich look that suits storm cloud accents, slate textures, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching rabbit fur or shading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 400 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 400 is Pewter Grey Dark — a medium-dark gray thread (hex #655B64, RGB 101, 91, 100). It shows up most in castle walls and elephant motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 400?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 400 (Pewter Grey Dark) is DMC 04 (Dark Tin) with a 65% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark, 60%) and DMC 3041 (Antique Violet medium, 59%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 400?
The closest Anchor threads to 400 are 922 Antique Blue Dark (ΔE 9.7), 872 Antique Violet Medium Dark (ΔE 12.01), and 1035 Antique Blue Very Dark (ΔE 12.03). These are useful substitutes when 400 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 400 good for?
Anchor 400 (Pewter Grey Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring castle walls, elephant motifs, cobblestone paths, industrial designs. 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 400.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 400 (Pewter Grey 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, 400 has a contrast ratio of about 6.5:1 on white fabric and 3.2:1 on black. As a neutral shade, as a near-neutral, it plays quietly with almost any palette and works well as a background or shading tone.