2026 Perth Mint 2oz Silver Aniqued Coin - Australian Lunar Series III – Year of the Horse

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Highlighting the seventh animal in the Chinese lunar calendar, this 2oz silver antiqued coin is a beautiful tribute to the lunar horse and represents the very best in minting excellence and design.

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 startled 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.

Those born under the sign of the Chinese Lunar Horse in 2026, 2014, 2002, 1990 and every 12th preceding year are said to be independent, charismatic and love a sense of adventure. Being passionate and spirited, they are gifted with natural charm and an ability to inspire others.

The coin’s reverse portrays a striking scene of galloping horses thundering through splashing water, from the distance to the foreground, surrounded by a canopy of ginkgo branches with leaves. Also included on the design is the inscription ‘2026’ and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark. This stunning piece has an antiqued surface, a coin treatment
that tones the natural lustre of silver to convey the look of an aged artefact. As this coin has been ‘antiqued’ by hand, the appearance of each coin in the limited mintage may vary.

Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin comes in a classic display case with a clear lid and an illustrated shipper. When aligned with the other shippers from the Australian Lunar Series III, the illustration forms a diorama depicting all 12 animals in the order they completed The Great Race, a traditional Chinese story about the creation of the lunar calendar.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Silver Content (Troy oz) - 2
• Monetary Denomination (AUD) - 2
• Fineness (% purity) - 99.99
• Minimum Gross Weight (g) - 62.213
• Maximum Diameter (mm) - 40.69
• Maximum Thickness (mm) - 5.86
• Maximum Mintage - 1,888

PLEASE NOTE: Due to production delays from the Perth Mint, despatch will not be until Mid February 2026