Color ranges from pale gold to copper. Brilliant orange is preferred. Any shade of blue-gray from ash to slate. Tips may be lightly brushed with silver. Emphasis on uniformity and clarity of color rather than shade.
Preferred tone is a bright, unblemished blue with an overall iridescent sheen.
Allowance for ghost barring in kittens and tail rings in juveniles under 2 years. Severe nose stop. Snubbed, humped or upturned nose. Broad, heavy muzzle. Eyes too close together giving an angry look.