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Australian Lunar Series III 2026 Year of the Horse 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin
Celebrating the seventh animal in the ancient lunar zodiac, this Year of the Horse coin is struck from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver in high relief proof quality.
Key features:
- Proof quality 99.99% pure silver
- High relief strike
- Seventh design in the Australian Lunar Series III
- Australian legal tender
| Mintage | 3,888 |
| SKU | 3S2636DAAA |
Chinese tradition
According to Chinese tradition, the emperor ordered a great race between all the animals on Earth to determine who should occupy 12 positions in the lunar calendar. In pursuit of the fifth placed dragon, the free-spirited horse galloped towards the finish line with determination. In a sudden twist, the horse was cheated by the snake which was wrapped around its hoof, causing it to lurch back in fright. Despite the setback, the resilient horse claimed seventh place.
Year of the Horse design
Struck in high relief, the coin’s reverse portrays a majestic mare alongside her young foal, both depicted with elegant manes in a striking galloping stance. The background includes towering mountains and the lush serenity of grasslands. Also included in the design is the Chinese character for ‘Horse’, the inscription ‘HORSE 2026’, and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.
Technical information
The coin’s high relief reverse and obverse are minted on concave surfaces to ensure the optimum flow of metal is achieved by the strike of the die.
Presentation packaging
Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin is presented in a prestigious black display case with a geometric design on its magnetic lid. The case comes in an illustrated shipper featuring a horse. When arrayed with other shippers from the series, the resulting diorama depicts all 12 animals that successfully completed the Great Race.
Australian Lunar Series III
Each Australian lunar series from The Perth Mint is based on the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Coin collectors are besotted with each annual release, hence the longevity of the 12-year series.
Established in 1996, The Perth Mint was the first to release an Australian lunar coin program. Due to its success, it is now in its third series.
Made with the fine gold, silver and platinum in combination with intricate craftsmanship, these Australian lunar collector coins explore the ancient tradition and mythical folklore of the Chinese Great Race.
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