The black beckoning cat with the Japanese writing "一辈子" translates to "A lifetime" in English. The red beckoning cat with the Japanese writing "爱相随" translates to "Love accompanies" in English. Each Cat size approx: 3.5" x 4" x 4.2" Symbol of good luck & Traditional folk craft.High-grade porcelain made & good package.Great collectible and decoration for home and office.Unique gift for colleagues, friends and family. This set serves not only as a pair of bookends but also features two storage jars. When these adorable little cats are filled with coins, they can withstand more weight and support a substantial number of books. The maneki-neko (Lucky Cat) is a common Japanese figurine (lucky charm, talisman) which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. Symbol of good luck & Traditional folk craft.High-grade porcelain made & good package.Great collectible and decoration for home and office.Unique gift for colleagues, friends and family.