Reverse: Along the rim on top, "1/10oz 9999 GOLD". In the center, a Lucky Waving Cat with its right paw raised and a gold coin. Along the rim at the bottom, the face value.

Obverse: Along the rim on the left, "QUEEN ELIZABETH II". In the center, the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Along the rim on the right, "TUVALU" and the year of issue.

The popular Maneki Neko figurine is believed to bring good luck to homes and businesses. It is believed that Maneki Neko, or "Beckoning Cat", first appeared during the later part of the Edo period (1603-1867) in Japan. A Maneki Neko with a raised right paw attracts paw attracts wealth and good luck.