2314 — Tangerine Med
Oranges family#FDAD05
J&P Coates 2314 — Tangerine Med — has hex #FDAD05 and RGB 253, 173, 5. This medium, highly saturated orange thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2314
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2314
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 2314
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
With its high saturation, J&P Coates 2314 (Tangerine Med) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
J&P Coates 2314 (Tangerine Med) sits a hair from J&P Coates 2302 (Orange Light) (ΔE 2.9) — 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 J&P Coates 2314
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2314, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
J&P Coates2314 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About J&P Coates 2314
Known as Tangerine Med, J&P Coates 2314 is a medium, highly saturated shade sitting in the oranges family with golden orange tones. It has a vibrant and steady feel that suits seasonal designs and pumpkins particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with marigolds or fall wreaths for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 2314 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 2314 is Tangerine Med — a medium orange thread (hex #FDAD05, RGB 253, 173, 5). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 2314?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2314 (Tangerine Med) is DMC 972 (Canary deep) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 728 (Golden Yellow, 80%) and DMC 725 (Topaz, 79%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 2314?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 2314 are 2302 Orange Light (ΔE 2.9), 2306 Antique Gold Light (ΔE 9.02), and 2298 Jonquil Dark (ΔE 9.73). These are useful substitutes when 2314 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 2314 good for?
J&P Coates 2314 (Tangerine Med) 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 2314.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2314 (Tangerine Med)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 2314 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 11.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.