This coin was the eighteenth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. Second color crown in the Isle of Man yearly series, this one featuring a Himalayan cat and kittens. Issued as a legal tender crown by authority of the government of the Isle of Man in 2005.The Himalayan has a stocky body type, long hair and the placid temperament of the Persian but with the pointed pattern of the Siamese. The breed is docile and gentle though they do enjoy play. Their coats are long and luxuriant. This beautiful uncirculated cat crown from the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series makes a unique gift idea that will please the most discriminating cat lover and has become a favorite of collectors of world coins with animal themes.