Anthracite vs Black
Anthracite and Black are both Crown neutrals. The gap between them is ΔE 7.3 — “close”. Anthracite is the lighter of the two, and Black the warmer. Anthracite is the cheaper of the two at £11.52 per litre.
| Anthracite | Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Hex | #494D52 | #393939 |
| Lightness (L*) | 33 | 24 |
| Price / litre | £11.52 | £20.40 |
More Crown comparisons
Looking across brands instead? See Anthracite’s cross-brand matches and cheaper alternatives, or Black’s.