Persian Cat Colors: Rarest to Most Common

Persian cats are known for their exceptionally fluffy coats, but did you know that they come in almost every cat color imaginable? There are tons of different Persian cat colors – over 100, depending on how you define each color. 

We aren’t going to make you read through 100 colors. However, here are some of the bigger categories of Persian colors organized from the rarest to the most common. 

1. Chinchilla Silver

Chinchilla silver Persians are mostly white. However, they have very delicate silver tipping. It may be hard to see it in some circumstances, but you’ll notice the sheen in certain lights. 

They’re very rare due to their uniqueness and popularity. Many pictures of Persians are of this coloration or a similar one, so many potential owners are looking for a Chinchilla silver cat. 

2. Chinchilla Gold

This coloration is exactly the same as the one above. However, instead of silver tips, the cat has gold tips. The coat will look a bit shimmery and golden, especially in the sunlight. 

This coat color is highly sought after. They are rarer and require more specific breeding. Therefore, they often cost more and are harder to find. 

3. Parti-Color

Parti-color Persians have several different colors. Usually, their coat is white with patches of all other colors. The exact colors can vary, though. 

Because these cats are often very unique, they tend to be sought after. Not many breeders specialize in them, though. Therefore, you may have a hard time finding them. 

4. Shaded Silver

Shaded silver Persians have a shimmery coat with darker tips. Therefore, they’re just slightly different from a solid color Persian, but the shading makes a significant difference. They are often sought after due to their uniqueness and elegance. 

5. Shaded Golden

Similar to the previously shaded color we mentioned, shaded golden Persians are white, but they have golden tips. Therefore, they appear somewhat shaded. They look a bit like rusty metal dusted on white. 

Again, these cats are rarer than most other options, as they require more careful breeding. 

6. Seal Point 

Seal Point Persians sport captivating brown points against a creamy body. They often have facial masks and color-pointed extremities. 

These cats aren’t colored when they are born. They are all white. As they get colder after birth, their colors will become more obvious.

7. Blue Point

As another pointed color, blue point cats have a cool greyish-blue shade on their extremities, including the face, limbs, and tail. The rest of their body stays white, but they tend to darken overall with age. 

All pointed coat colors “work” based on heat. Where the cat is warm, they stay white. Where they are cool, they darken. 

8. Chocolate Point

Chocolate points are completely the same as other pointed colors. However, the points are brown or “chocolate.” This adds warmth to the cat’s appearance. The chocolate points are a bit more common than the other pointed colors above. 

9. Lilac Points

Cats with lilac points are surprisingly common despite many people looking to purchase them. Despite their name, these cats don’t really have lilac points. Instead, they’re more of a light gray color. These cats have very light colors and aren’t nearly as obviously colored as other pointed Persians. 

They’re pretty rare but more common than other pointed varieties. 

10. Lilac

Solidly colored Persians are often pretty common. However, there are some specific shades that are rarer. Lilac is one of those shades. 

As we described above, lilac is more of a grayish color than a true purple. Some do have a bit of a lavender tint, though. 

11. Chocolate

As you probably guessed, chocolate Persians are solid brown. These cats are pretty rare – perhaps because they aren’t quite as classic as white and black cats. They don’t tend to be highly sought after, either. 

You can find them more commonly than the colors we described above, though. 

12. Tabby Patterns

There are several different kinds of tabby cats. However, most people lump them into one “tabby” category. 

The most common tabby is the classic tabby. These cats have very bold markings that are pretty obvious. They resemble marbling on the cat’s coat. 

Another common type is the mackerel tabby. These felines have more narrow, thin markings. They aren’t nearly as thick as the classic coloration, but they are still obviously tabby cats. 

Spotted tabby cats have many broken lines, which makes them look spotted instead of striped. This coloration is much less common. You may not even realize they are a tabby. 

Finally, you have the rarest of all – the ticked tabby. These felines have extremely small spots that follow the typical tabby pattern. They may not be recognized as tabby due to their smaller amount of coloration, though. 

13. Bi-Color

Bi-color Persian cats have two colors – white and some other color on the head and tail. This coloration is pretty popular with many cat owners, and it is pretty common, too. Therefore, you’ll probably see these cats once you start shopping around. They aren’t rare in the least. 

14. Calico

Calico cats are exceptionally common. Just about everyone has seen one. It isn’t rare to see a calico Persian, either. However, it’s important to note that these cats can only be female. Males are never calico, as the trait is carried on the X chromosome. 

Simply put, cats need two of the traits to be a calico, and males only have one X chromosome. 

That said, each calico cat is unique. Therefore, these cats are still sought after in many cases. 

15. Cream

Cream is a relatively common coat color. In fact, you’ll find tons of different cream Persian cats. This solid color isn’t rare in the least. In fact, you shouldn’t have any problem finding a cream-colored kitten. 

You’ll also see these cats in shows pretty commonly, thanks to their “classic” status. 

16. Blue

Blue Persians are also pretty common. They aren’t bright blue like their name might suggest. Instead, they’re more of a grayish steel color. Many people are drawn to these cats, though perhaps not as much as white and cream options. 

You can find many blue Persians alongside black ones, and many breeders specialize in them. Therefore, they aren’t hard to find and don’t tend to cost any extra. 

17. Black

Black Persians are pretty common. While they may not be as widely advertised as white cats, they are still pretty easy to find. They don’t tend to cost any extra, either. 

18. White

White Persians are very common and one of the most sought-after colors. Just about everyone wants a white, fluffy cat. Therefore, they can be a solid choice for anyone looking for a Persian. This is the “classic” color and the one you most commonly see at cat shows. 

Summary of Persian Cat Colors

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