2874 — Saffron Medium
Oranges family
J&P Coates 2874 (Saffron Medium) is a light, vivid orange shade with hex code #F2D18E and RGB values 242, 209, 142. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2874
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2874
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 2874
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 2874 (Saffron Medium) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2874
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2874, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
J&P Coates 2874 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About J&P Coates 2874
Meet J&P Coates 2874, Saffron Medium — a vivid, light thread in the oranges family with golden orange tones. Its gentle and clear presence shines in fall wreaths and citrus motifs alike. Pull this thread for fox designs or fall harvest scenes when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 2874 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 2874 is Saffron Medium — a light orange thread (hex #F2D18E, RGB 242, 209, 142). It shows up most in sunsets and warm accents.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 2874?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2874 (Saffron Medium) is DMC 677 (Old Gold very light) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 745 (Yellow light pale, 77%) and DMC 3047 (Yellow Beige light, 74%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 2874?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 2874 are 2410 Sand Stone Medium Light (ΔE 4.88), 2294 Topaz Light (ΔE 5.95), and 2295 Jonquil Medium Light (ΔE 6.07). These are useful substitutes when 2874 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 2874 good for?
J&P Coates 2874 (Saffron Medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs, pumpkins. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2874.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2874 (Saffron Medium)?
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, 2874 has a contrast ratio of about 1.5:1 on white fabric and 14.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.