2026 1 oz Proof Gold Lunar Horse Coin Australian Perth Mint

Mark the Year of the Horse with the 2026 1 oz Proof Gold Lunar Horse Coin, a limited-mintage masterpiece from the Perth Mint’s acclaimed Lunar Series III. Struck in 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine gold with a flawless proof finish, this coin unites cultural symbolism, exceptional artistry, and investment value.

In the ancient Chinese zodiac legend, the Jade Emperor hosted a great race to determine the 12 animals of the lunar calendar. The spirited horse ran tirelessly and seemed destined for a higher finish, only to be startled near the end by a clever snake. Despite the delay, the horse secured seventh place, earning its honored role in the zodiac as a symbol of strength, endurance, and determination

• Limited mintage of just 1,000 coins worldwide
• Struck from 1 troy oz of .9999 fine gold
• Proof finish
• Part of the Lunar Series III, celebrating the Chinese zodiac
• Face value of 100 AUD, backed by the Australian government
• Presented in a Perth Mint display box with a certificate of authenticity
• Obverse: Portrait of His Majesty King Charles III by Dan Thorne, with inscriptions of weight, fineness, and denomination
• Reverse: A dynamic scene of a galloping horse with raised hooves, set against Australia’s rugged grasslands and mountains. Includes the Chinese character for “Horse”, the inscription “HORSE 2026”, and the Perth Mint’s “P” mintmark