897 — Shell Pink Very Dark
Reds family#6C1C21
Looking up Anchor 897? It's Shell Pink Very Dark, a medium-dark red shade (#6C1C21 / RGB 108, 28, 33). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 897
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 897
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 897
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 897
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Its nearest neighbor, Anchor 44 (Garnet Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.56). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 897
Anchor threads that pair well with 897, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor897 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 897
Shell Pink Very Dark (catalog code Anchor 897) is a medium-dark, vivid shade from the reds family with warm crimson tones. Expect a strong and rich look that suits hearts, holiday designs, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching bold accents or berries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Anchor 897?
Anchor 897 is called Shell Pink Very Dark. It's a medium-dark red shade (hex #6C1C21, RGB 108, 28, 33) in the reds family, commonly used for apple motifs, ladybug designs, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 897?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 897 (Shell Pink Very Dark) is DMC 221 (Shell Pink very dark) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 815 (Garnet medium, 82%) and DMC 3777 (Terra Cotta very dark, 76%).
What's a good substitute for Anchor 897?
The closest Anchor threads to 897 are 44 Garnet Dark (ΔE 2.56), 45 Garnet Very Dark (ΔE 3.49), and 22 Garnet (ΔE 3.61). These are useful substitutes when 897 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Anchor 897?
Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 897 (Shell Pink Very Dark) for charts featuring apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns. The medium-dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 897 (Shell Pink Very Dark)?
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground. For reference, 897 has a contrast ratio of about 11.5:1 on white fabric and 1.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.