This was a long search
When I found the first coin I want to buy to honour my oldest daughter, I continued looking for one to honour her brother, who was born two years later, in 2012. I started browsing the same way, first just see what 2012 silver rounds would pop up and waiting until I felt which one would be emotional suitable for me. Then I knew where I should look for: cats. Although I rarely stumble upon cat silver rounds, I figured there should be coins available, but the question is, will I find them from 2012?
Why cats?
If I think back about our wonderful first experience of having little kittens at home, it's impossible not to think about my son. The first litter was born when the children and me were still staying in a women's shelter, but we spent more time at my boyfriend's house than we did there because it was already clear we'd not be staying long anymore. We were lucky to witness the first weeks of these little babies from up close and honestly, it was exactly what we all needed at that time. There's something magical about the presence of cats and it was surely shining light in this heavy period.
The kitten box
My son was so extremely excited about the little kittens but still had to learn to be careful as they weren't toys. One of us was constantly watching when he came close to the kitten box because there were a few moments where he decided to join the mother cat and kittens in the box as he thought he'd be able to snuggle up with them, lol. Of course momma cat was not that amused by this idea, yet she remained friendly because she was a sweetheart.
I also remember he tripped once where we luckily could avoid him damaging the box of the mama and her babies. My son definitely didn't mean any harm, he was just too excited and had to learn how to handle these little furry creatures. So as thinking back about the first litters we had always leads to thinking about my son and his love for the kittens, I decided to find a silver round with a cat to honour him.
2012 1 Crown - Elizabeth II Manx Cat 1 oz silver round
As I mentioned, it was harder finding my pick today than it was for my oldest. I was first looking at these coins for sale only and found 1 oz rounds of triple the value only. Yet this is the one I want to have for him, so I added it to my wish list and we'll see in the future, I may bump onto it in a strange way, for a reasonable price.
Here's the info I found on Numista:
I bet once I find this one and add it to my collection, my youngest will want to take it into her possession as she's just as crazy about cats as he was, lol. We actually all are. But this one will be to honour my son.
In case you're one of the collectors who happens to have this one laying around and want to sell it, let me know, that's probably a very long shot but hey, it never hurts to ask, does it? :)
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I've been down this coin quest before in search of my ideal Kitty koin and found the prices rather steep. Isle of Mann Commemorative coinage has the most delightful of the Feline theme. Minted by the Pobjoy Mint which is planning to close it's doors after 300 years of coin minting.
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Oh really, it seems that I'm not the only cat lover then lol. I think it's a good piece of art this one, and I have to say that most other options I found were not even optional, so we'll see in the future if I can grab my hands around this one.
Wow after 300 years, how sad...
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Hey, so so.. in between the mess while sorting items to sell or use for crafting and going through the invoices today. Not even dressed, lol. I may keep it that way, lazy Thursday (at least in terms of getting dressed).
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Not too bad, the usual morning aches. I have a few things to get done, mostly look over some work my assistant did before I sign off on it. Overall a slow week since almost everyone has taken it off. Who cares about the wardrobe, you're home and not going anywhere so it really doesn't matter!
How's your daughter feeling?
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I really should get some work tasks out of the way as well but I'm currently torn in between administration stuff and clearing the clutter lol. I should have done this before moving but as you know, it was just a week time so couldn't deal with listing and messaging back and forward then.
And you're right, it's fine we did groceries yesterday evening so I'm ok for today :)
The little one seemed a bit better in terms of no fever but she still coughs. I have the idea that it's getting easier for her to release it though, she will have her 4th time of this med tonight (some syrup with prednisone, sigh) and I hope it will be over after the 5 days prescribed. Cost me 22 bucks that stuff, so it better helps!
You may remember I'm not a fan of it at all but in this case I gladly tried it because it's so shit that she's ill during the holidays again, poor thing. She had an ear infection in between btw, that caused the fever as her ear drum collapsed two days ago, without her having the pain towards the moment, thankfully!
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That poor kid, she has had a lot going on the last month. Is this the first time she's had these kind of issues? I hope this stuff clears it up for her.
The clutter or work? They both have to get done eventually. I understand the feeling of being overwhelmed and not knowing where to start though!
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You can't go wrong with cats on a coin. 🥰
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Thanks, today I will share the silver coins that I received recently. Didn't get to that yet, lol. Busy weeks...
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You like kitty cats?
I do, but this was mostly because of an ode to my son.
These are our two cat ladies: