{"product_id":"y-in-mn-deep-blue-pigment-425137698","title":"YInMn Deep Blue Pigment","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYInMn Blue Deep is a modern synthetic mineral pigment composed of yttrium (Y), indium (In), and manganese (Mn). Discovered accidentally in 2009 by researchers at Oregon State University, YInMn Blue is celebrated for its extraordinary vibrancy, exceptional lightfastness, and remarkable stability across a wide range of mediums. YInMn Deep has higher levels of manganese than our regular YInMn. It presents a rich, deeply saturated blue with a subtle violet undertone and a crystalline, almost midnight blue hue unmatched by traditional blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn watercolor, YInMn Blue produces vivid, clean washes with strong opacity and minimal granulation. In egg tempera, oil, and acrylic painting, it offers dense, striking coverage and retains its luminosity even when mixed with other pigments. YInMn Blue is highly valued by artists seeking a brilliant, long-lasting blue that does not fade, darken, or react chemically with other materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYInMn Blue, often affectionately called \"Mas Blue\" after its lead researcher, Mas Subramanian, represents the first new stable blue pigment discovered in over 200 years, following the creation of synthetic ultramarine and cobalt blue. Its accidental discovery while researching materials for electronics highlighted the ongoing possibilities for pigment innovation even in the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause of its exceptional chemical stability, nontoxic composition, and incredible brilliance, YInMn Blue was quickly adopted by artists, architects, and manufacturers seeking highly durable and environmentally safe alternatives to older pigments. Although initially rare and expensive due to the cost of indium, its availability has gradually expanded to professional and fine art markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, YInMn Blue stands as a modern heir to the ancient tradition of pigment making, combining the beauty of historical blues with the best of modern material science.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Type: Synthetic inorganic pigment (yttrium indium manganese oxide) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable Mediums: Watercolor, Oil, Tempera, Acrylic, Encaustic, Cold Wax, Casein, Milk, Swedish Flour, Lime \/ Fresco, Ceramics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightfastness: Excellent \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Semi-opaque to Opaque \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Names: Mas Blue, Oregon Blue, Yttrium Indium Manganese Blue \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Index Code: PB86\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morrow Archival","offers":[{"title":"2 Grams","offer_id":47875254157534,"sku":"PS-691-0000-0002g","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Grams","offer_id":47875254190302,"sku":"PS-691-0000-0010g","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Grams","offer_id":47875254223070,"sku":"PS-691-0000-0020g","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/9b36115d-b28d-4334-ae33-3e4e2aa49779-copy.jpg?v=1769982692","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/y-in-mn-deep-blue-pigment-425137698","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}