This coin was the sixteenth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. The Balinese has a reputation of being very playful with its offspring and adores human company. This cat walks with its tail held erect, its graceful tail plume sways from side to side, not unlike the motion of a Balinese dancer – hence its name. This graceful cat is depicted on the reverse of the 2003 coin. 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.

This coin was the eleventh issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. The Birman cat is said to be affectionate, gentle and even-tempered with a charming personality. The breed is very popular both for showing and as pets. This cat is portrayed in superb detail on the reverse of the 1998 coin. 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.

Isle of Man – Ragdoll Cat and Kittens – 2007 – Brilliant Uncirculated – The Ragdoll is a cat breed with blue eyes and a distinctive color-point coat. It is a large and muscular semi-longhair cat with a soft and silky coat. It is best known for its docile and placid temperament and affectionate nature. The name “Ragdoll” is derived from the tendency of individuals from the original breeding stock to go limp and relaxed when picked up.

This coin was the fourteenth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. The Somali kitten is named after the country known as the Somali Republic, and is an intelligent and affectionate cat with extremely soft, medium to long haired fur. It learns tricks quickly and easily but does not like to be confined indoors. The reverse of the 2001 coin portrays two beautiful Somali kittens playing with a piece of string. 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.

This coin was the tenth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. This breed is one of the many branches of the Persian family, that most prized and plentiful of all pedigree cats. Copper eyes predominate in this intelligent and demanding feline whose affection is not always the easiest to gain. 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.

This coin was the fourth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. From the harsh woodlands of its native Scandinavia comes the Norwegian Forest cat, a feline steeped in the enchantment of ancient Norse legends. Sharply intelligent, courageous and ever alert, this powerful creature is clearly used to surviving on its own initiative as a somewhat rugged individual and is portrayed in splendid detail on the reverse of the 1991 cat coin. 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.

Isle of Man – Burmilla Cat & Kitten – 1 Crown – 2008 – Brilliant Uncirculated – The Burmilla was originally created accidentally in the United Kingdom. Two cats, a Chinchilla Persian named Sanquist, and a lilac Burmese named Faberge, were both awaiting a partner of their own breed in different rooms. One night the cleaner left the door open. The two cats bred, producing four kittens born in 1981 that were so adorable that a new breed was born. The Burmilla is quite an irreverent and independent cat who adores its owner and displays many kitten-like characteristics even into adulthood. In temperament they are sociable, playful, and affectionate, and get along well with children and other animals. Burmillas should be fed a balanced diet of raw meat, canned food, and dry food. Weekly brushing of the coat is recommended.

This coin was the seventeenth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. Affectionately known as “Tonks,” the Tonkinese is a relatively new breed and is the result of crossing Siamese and Burmese breeds. The result is a cat that has the best qualities of each. The breed is warm, loving and highly intelligent and makes a wonderful companion. The fur is short, soft and shiny and their bodies are slender with long legs. The reverse of the 2004 coin depicts a pair of delightful kittens enthralled by a butterfly. 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.