J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2298 — Jonquil Dark

Oranges family

Looking up J&P Coates 2298? It's Jonquil Dark, a medium orange shade (#FF9200 / RGB 255, 146, 0). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close J&P Coates alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#FF9200
RGB
255, 146, 0
HSL
34°, 100%, 50%
Lab
70.7, 33.8, 76.3
Lightness
50%
Medium
Saturation
100%
Vivid
Hue
34°
Family
Oranges

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2298

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

J&P Coates 2298 Jonquil Dark

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2298

Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with J&P Coates 2298

On white fabric
2.2:1
On dark fabric
9.4:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
orange

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Bold accents & focal points

J&P Coates 2298 (Jonquil Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.

Blending & gradients

Its nearest neighbor, J&P Coates 2314 (Citrus Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.48). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2298

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2298, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Oranges Family

J&P Coates 2298 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.

About J&P Coates 2298

A medium, highly saturated entry in the oranges family, J&P Coates 2298 carries the name Jonquil Dark with warm tangerine tones. The shade reads as confident and warm — a go-to choice for monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns. It also turns up in patterns built around autumn leaves and sunsets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is J&P Coates 2298?

J&P Coates 2298 is called Jonquil Dark. It's a medium orange shade (hex #FF9200, RGB 255, 146, 0) in the oranges family, commonly used for marigolds, fall wreaths, and similar motifs.

What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2298?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2298 (Jonquil Dark) is DMC 741 (Tangerine medium) with a 75% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 742 (Tangerine light, 72%) and DMC 972 (Canary deep, 69%).

What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 2298?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2298 are 2314 Citrus Dark (ΔE 1.48), 2306 Antique Gold Light (ΔE 5.36), and 2099 Tangerine Dark (ΔE 5.71). These are useful substitutes when 2298 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What projects use J&P Coates 2298?

Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 2298 (Jonquil Dark) for charts featuring marigolds, fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs. The medium 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 J&P Coates 2298 (Jonquil 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, 2298 has a contrast ratio of about 2.2:1 on white fabric and 9.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.