4223 — Amethyst Medium
Pinks family
Below: J&P Coates 4223 (Amethyst Medium), a medium-light, subdued pink shade with hex #9C7D85 and RGB 156, 125, 133. Find its closest Madeira, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 4223
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 4223
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 4223
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 4223
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 4223, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates 4223 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 4223
J&P Coates 4223 is the floss known as Amethyst Medium: a subdued, medium-light member of the pinks family with rose pink tones. The balanced and quiet character of this shade lends itself well to flamingo designs and tulip blooms. Stitchers frequently choose it for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 4223 look like?
J&P Coates 4223 (Amethyst Medium) is a medium-light shade in the pinks family with hex #9C7D85 and RGB 156, 125, 133. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 4223?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 4223 (Amethyst Medium) is DMC 3042 (Antique Violet light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 452 (Shell Grey medium, 67%) and DMC 3861 (Cocoa light, 60%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 4223?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 4223 are 8512 Grey Medium (ΔE 6.72), 8513 Charcoal Grey Medium (ΔE 6.72), and 4222 Amethyst Medium Light (ΔE 10.39). These are useful substitutes when 4223 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 4223?
Reach for J&P Coates 4223 (Amethyst Medium) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 4223.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 4223 (Amethyst Medium)?
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, 4223 has a contrast ratio of about 3.7:1 on white fabric and 5.7:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.