8501 — Stone Grey Very Dark
Grays family
Looking up J&P Coates 8501? It's Stone Grey Very Dark, a medium gray shade (#6B6766 / RGB 107, 103, 102). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close J&P Coates alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 8501
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 8501
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 8501
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 8501
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 8501, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
J&P Coates 8501 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About J&P Coates 8501
Known as Stone Grey Very Dark, J&P Coates 8501 is a medium, subdued shade sitting in the grays family. Expect a restrained and earthy look that suits neutral backgrounds, castle walls, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching elephant motifs or cobblestone paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 8501 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 8501 is Stone Grey Very Dark — a medium gray thread (hex #6B6766, RGB 107, 103, 102). It shows up most in slate textures and rabbit fur.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 8501?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 8501 (Stone Grey Very Dark) is DMC 04 (Dark Tin) with a 93% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 646 (Beaver Grey dark, 74%) and DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark, 71%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 8501?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 8501 are 8514 Grey Dark (ΔE 5.61), 8500 Stone Grey (ΔE 7.12), and 6317 Loden Green Dark (ΔE 7.31). These are useful substitutes when 8501 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 8501 good for?
J&P Coates 8501 (Stone Grey Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring slate textures, rabbit fur, shading, outlines. 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 8501.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 8501 (Stone Grey Very 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, 8501 has a contrast ratio of about 5.6:1 on white fabric and 3.8:1 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.