59 — Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark
Reds family#B0283A
Below: Anchor 59 (Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark), a medium, vivid red shade with hex #B0283A and RGB 176, 40, 58. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Anchor shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Anchor 59
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 59
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 59
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 59
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Anchor 59 (Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark) sits a hair from Anchor 42 (Rose Very Dark) (ΔE 2.92) — 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 59
Anchor threads that pair well with 59, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor59 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 59
Known as Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark, Anchor 59 is a medium, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The vibrant and steady mood of this color makes it a natural fit for bold accents and berries. Expect to see it used in valentines and poppies across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 59 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 59 is Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark — a medium red thread (hex #B0283A, RGB 176, 40, 58). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 59?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 59 (Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark) is DMC 3831 (Raspberry dark) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 309 (Rose deep, 86%) and DMC 347 (Salmon very dark, 86%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 59?
The closest Anchor threads to 59 are 42 Rose Very Dark (ΔE 2.92), 69 Dusty Plum Medium Dark (ΔE 2.99), and 39 Dusty Pink Dark (ΔE 3.48). These are useful substitutes when 59 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 59 good for?
Anchor 59 (Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. 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 59.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 59 (Pink Mauve Ultra 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, 59 has a contrast ratio of about 6.5:1 on white fabric and 3.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.