--- This coin was the twelfth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. One of the best loved British Shorthair breeds, the British Blue is strikingly beautiful with its smooth, silky, blue-colored dense coat and glowing amber eyes. The breed is a skilled mouser, can adapt to virtually all situations and make excellent family pets. This well loved breed is shown exquisitely sculpted on the reverse of the 1999 coin. This beautiful proof silver cat crown from the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series is 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. This legal-tender coin was struck from 1/5th ounce of .999 fine gold to Proof specifications.