As issued by the Pobjoy Mint.

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 eighteenth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. 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. The reverse of the 2005 coin carries a delightful portrait of a mother and her two kittens. 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 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.

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 thirteenth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. The first cat of this type appeared in a litter in 1961 and all of today’s Scottish Folds are descendants of this first cat. This breed is very affectionate, loving of human company and gets along well with other pets. A kitten playing with a globe, symbolizing the dawn of a new millennium is captured in fine detail on the reverse of the 2000 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 fifth issue of what has become the Isle of Man Cat Coins Series, first issued in 1988. Truly a Royal Animal, whose ancestors spent centuries within the confines of Thailand’s temples and Royal palaces. No commoner was allowed to own one. Just over 100 years ago, the first Siamese reached the West and captivated all with their charm and beauty. This oriental “aristocrat” graces the reverse of the 1992 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.

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.