2201 — Old Gold Dark
Yellows family#957712
Madeira 2201 — Old Gold Dark — has hex #957712 and RGB 149, 119, 18. This medium-dark, vivid yellow thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and J&P Coates matches below, with 8 similar Madeira shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Madeira 2201
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2201
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Madeira Colors to 2201
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2201
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
With its high saturation, Madeira 2201 (Old Gold Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2201
Madeira threads that pair well with 2201, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
Madeira2201 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Madeira 2201
Meet Madeira 2201, Old Gold Dark — a vivid, medium-dark thread in the yellows family with warm gold tones. Its tone is intense and saturated, making it a popular choice for wheat fields and daffodils. It pairs nicely in designs that call for lemon motifs or rubber duck designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2201 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 2201 is Old Gold Dark — a medium-dark yellow thread (hex #957712, RGB 149, 119, 18). It shows up most in highlights and warm backgrounds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2201?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2201 (Old Gold Dark) is DMC 832 (Golden Olive) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 733 (Olive Green medium, 69%) and DMC 371 (Mustard, 61%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2201?
The closest Madeira threads to 2201 are 2112 Avocado Dark (ΔE 5.83), 2104 Hazelnut Brown Medium (ΔE 6.3), and 2105 Hazelnut Brown Dark (ΔE 7.62). These are useful substitutes when 2201 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2201 good for?
Madeira 2201 (Old Gold Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring highlights, warm backgrounds, golden accents, stars. 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 2201.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2201 (Old Gold Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2201 has a contrast ratio of about 4.3:1 on white fabric and 4.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.