Australian Lunar Series III

Year of the Horse

2026 2oz Silver Antiqued Coin

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.

Key features:

• 99.99% pure silver
• A mare and foal with other horses prancing
• Surrounded by a canopy of leaves
• Maximum Mintage – 1,888
• Australian legal tender

Product Information:

• Item Code                  3S2606CGAA
• Barcode                    9327025059723
• Maximum Mintage    1,888
• Release Date           29 January 2026

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.

Design

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.

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