This set of eight stamps celebrates one of the UK's favourite pets - cats. This special issue features different breeds of cats in a variety of activities: Siamese - grooming (2nd class); Tabby - stalking (2nd class); Ginger - cat playing (1st class); British Shorthair - sleeping (1st class); Maine Coon - staring (£1.85); Black-and-white cat - on alert (£1.85); Bengal - being curious (£2.55) and Tabby-and-white - stretching (£2.55).
The Gold 500 cover image of a ginger cat is framed by a 22ct gold-blocked border. The cover bears a Cat Lane, Birmingham handstamp. Numbered limited edition of 500.