Guignet of Paris patented the process for manufacturing Viridian Green in 1859. The popularity of this bright, exceedingly clear blue-green color led some to believe that it could eventually replace all other greens, both ancient and modern. GOLDEN's mixture and is a useful replacement for artists familiar with the original. (Series1)

Pigment Classification: Mixture
Color Index Name: PW6 / PB15:3 / PY150 / PBr7
Color Index Number: 77947 / 74160 / 12764 / 77492
Chemical Description: Titanium Dioxide Rutile / Copper Phthalocyanine / Nickel Complex Azo / Natural Iron Oxide containing Manganese
Opacity/Transparency: Semi-Transparent
Lightfastness Rating: 1
Permanency: Excellent