The stored digital swatch for Lapislazuli is a very dark vivid blue with a cool undertone. The leading same-type candidate, AK Interactive Imperial Blue, scores 85 percent digital color similarity, below our close-color tier. Digital color suggestions within Green Stuff World are Abyss Blue for a darker step and Imperium Blue for a lighter step. Check the candidate's medium and sheen, then compare dried test patches over the same undercoat.
Lapislazuli equivalents in other ranges
Review paint type as well as the color score for Lapislazuli. These are approximate digital references, and a matching medium or sheen is not established by the group label.
Closest AK Interactive equivalent: AK Interactive Imperial Blue, some difference between the stored swatches (delta E 3.0).
From Revell: Revell 54 Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022), similar digital colors (delta E 3.1).
The Army Painter's closest color: The Army Painter Triumphant Navy, some difference between the stored swatches (delta E 3.2).
Nearest in the Citadel catalog: Citadel Night Lords Blue, similar digital colors (delta E 3.2).
Our digital comparison places AK Interactive Imperial Blue slightly warmer and more muted than the original swatch. Use that as a clue for selecting test paints, not a prediction of dried-paint appearance.
How to read the score
96–100Very close color
88–95Close color
78–87Similar color
0–77Loose color match
Scores compare approximate digital swatches. Test the paint before substituting.
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About this color
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Highlight and shade ladder
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Found in 6 other brands with a similar digital color in the same catalog paint-type group.
Possible uses for this color
Frequently asked
What is the closest equivalent to Green Stuff World Lapislazuli?
The leading match in the same broad paint-type group is AK Interactive Imperial Blue at 85% digital color similarity. Check sheen, medium and coverage before substituting.
Is there a The Army Painter equivalent of Lapislazuli?
A The Army Painter candidate to check is Triumphant Navy at 84% digital color similarity in the same broad paint-type group. A physical test is still needed.
What color is Lapislazuli?
The approximate digital swatch for Lapislazuli is a very dark vivid blue with a cool undertone (hex #172C65). It is not a physical paint measurement.
What do I highlight and shade Lapislazuli with?
The digital catalog suggests testing Imperium Blue for a lighter step and Abyss Blue for a darker step, both from Green Stuff World. These are computed color suggestions, not tested layering recipes.