6317 — Loden Green Dark
Grays family
Need details on J&P Coates 6317? This medium-dark, subdued gray shade (Loden Green Dark) is hex #605F54, RGB 96, 95, 84. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby J&P Coates shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 6317
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 6317
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 6317
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
J&P Coates 6317 (Loden Green Dark) sits a hair from J&P Coates 6021 (Grass Green Ultra Dark) (ΔE 3.17) — 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 6317
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 6317, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
J&P Coates 6317 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About J&P Coates 6317
Meet J&P Coates 6317, Loden Green Dark — a subdued, medium-dark thread in the grays family. Stitchers describe its character as somber and rich, perfect for cobblestone paths and industrial designs. It blends comfortably into projects centered on wolf patterns and storm cloud accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 6317 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 6317 is Loden Green Dark — a medium-dark gray thread (hex #605F54, RGB 96, 95, 84). It shows up most in outlines and urban scenes.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 6317?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 6317 (Loden Green Dark) is DMC 646 (Beaver Grey dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 04 (Dark Tin, 64%) and DMC 645 (Beaver Grey very dark, 63%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 6317?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 6317 are 6021 Grass Green Ultra Dark (ΔE 3.17), 6246 Juniper Dark (ΔE 5.83), and 8501 Stone Grey Very Dark (ΔE 7.31). These are useful substitutes when 6317 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 6317 good for?
J&P Coates 6317 (Loden Green Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring outlines, urban scenes, neutral backgrounds, castle walls. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 6317.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 6317 (Loden Green 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, 6317 has a contrast ratio of about 6.4:1 on white fabric and 3.3:1 on black. As a neutral shade, as a near-neutral, it plays quietly with almost any palette and works well as a background or shading tone.