DMC 3740 — Antique Violet Dark

• DMC 315

  Antique Mauve Medium Dark

  ΔE 7.1

• DMC 3860

  Cocoa

  ΔE 7.9

• DMC 3802

  Antique Mauve Very Dark

  ΔE 8.0

• DMC 3726

  Antique Mauve Dark

  ΔE 9.2

• DMC 3041

  Antique Violet Medium

  ΔE 9.9

• DMC 3835

  Grape Medium

  ΔE 10.3

• DMC 779

  Cocoa Dark

  ΔE 10.5

• DMC 08

  Driftwood Dark

  ΔE 11.1

• DMC 221

  Shell Pink Very Dark

  ΔE 12.0

• DMC 3834

  Grape Dark

  ΔE 12.1

• DMC 208

  Lavender Very Dark

  ΔE 12.3

• DMC 552

  Violet Medium

  ΔE 12.8

Frequently asked questions

What Anchor color is equivalent to DMC 3740?

DMC 3740 (Antique Violet Dark) converts to Anchor 873. Cross-brand conversions are the closest available match, not an identical thread — DMC and Anchor shades can differ slightly, so check a physical shade card for colors that matter.

What is the hex code for DMC 3740?

DMC 3740 (Antique Violet Dark) is #785762 in hex, or RGB 120, 87, 98. This is an approximation of the floss for on-screen preview — real thread color varies, so check a shade card before buying.

Which DMC colors are closest to 3740?

The perceptually nearest DMC shades to 3740 are Antique Mauve Medium Dark (DMC 315), Cocoa (DMC 3860), Antique Mauve Very Dark (DMC 3802), ranked by CIEDE2000 color distance. They're useful for shading and blending, or as a substitute when 3740 is out of stock.