8514 — Pewter Gray Dark
Grays family#787781
J&P Coates 8514 — Pewter Gray Dark — has hex #787781 and RGB 120, 119, 129. This medium, subdued gray 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 8514
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 8514
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 8514
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 8514
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 8514, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
J&P Coates8514 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About J&P Coates 8514
Known as Pewter Gray Dark, J&P Coates 8514 is a medium, subdued shade sitting in the grays family. It has a restrained and earthy feel that suits neutral backgrounds and castle walls particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with elephant motifs or cobblestone paths for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 8514 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 8514 is Pewter Gray Dark — a medium gray thread (hex #787781, RGB 120, 119, 129). It shows up most in slate textures and rabbit fur.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 8514?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 8514 (Pewter Gray Dark) is DMC 414 (Steel Grey dark) with a 67% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 318 (Steel Grey light, 65%) and DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark, 59%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 8514?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 8514 are 8500 Stone Grey (ΔE 5.66), 8501 Stone Grey Very Dark (ΔE 8.65), and 7052 Antique Blue Dark (ΔE 9.08). These are useful substitutes when 8514 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 8514 good for?
J&P Coates 8514 (Pewter Gray 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 8514.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 8514 (Pewter Gray Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 8514 has a contrast ratio of about 4.4:1 on white fabric and 4.8:1 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.