Turquoise
HEX: #30D5C8 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#30D5C8
48, 213, 200
175°, 77% ,83%
77.46, 0, 6.1, 16.47
About Turquoise
Turquoise (#30D5C8) is a color with RGB(48, 213, 200) and HSL(175.27°, 77.46%, 83.53%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #D5303D, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #C830D5 and #D5C830. The name comes from turquois (French).
- HEX: #30D5C8
- RGB: 48, 213, 200
- HSL: 175.27°, 77.46%, 83.53%
- Mood: Playful
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #D5303D
- Triadic colors: #C830D5, #D5C830
- The name comes from turquois (French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #30D5C8 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Color Characteristics
Accessibility Simulation
#B8B8CA
#CBCBC8
#39D3D3
#BFBFBF
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Turquoise has a rich history spanning thousands of years. It was highly prized by ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Persians, Chinese, Aztecs, and Native Americans. The Egyptians used turquoise for jewelry and amulets, believing it offered protection and good fortune. The Persians adorned their palaces and mosques with turquoise, considering it a stone of heaven. Native American tribes, particularly in the Southwestern United States, have used turquoise for centuries in jewelry, ceremonies, and as a sacred stone, often associating it with the sky and water. The color itself has been used in art and decoration across various cultures for millennia.
First Recorded Use
The word 'turquoise' first appeared in the English language in the 14th century. It was borrowed from the Old French word 'turquois', meaning 'Turkish'. This is because the mineral was first brought to Europe from Turkey, specifically from the mines in Persia (modern-day Iran), through Turkish trade routes.
Cultural Associations
Turquoise is deeply embedded in many cultures. In many Native American traditions, it symbolizes protection, wisdom, and good luck. It is often associated with healing and spiritual grounding. In some Asian cultures, it is believed to bring prosperity and ward off evil. Its vibrant blue-green hue is often linked to tranquility, serenity, and natural beauty, reminiscent of clear skies and calm waters. It is also a birthstone for December.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #30D5C8;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #30D5C8;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #30D5C8;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#30D5C8,
#F6B4BA
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#30D5C8,
#F6B4BA
);
}// SCSS variable
$turquoise: #30D5C8;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$turquoise-r: 48;
$turquoise-g: 213;
$turquoise-b: 200;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $turquoise;
color: rgba($turquoise-r, $turquoise-g, $turquoise-b, 0.8);
}