AUSTRALIAN OPAL LUNAR SERIES

2026 Year of the Horse 1oz Silver Proof Coin

Here is a beautiful bright colourful coin joining the Australian Opal Lunar Series.

Key features:

  • 99.99% pure silver
  • Colourful horse on black in a silver coin
  • Gorgeous opal in the shape of a trotting horse

Product Information:

  • Item Code                 26W20AAA
  • Barcode                    9327025059785
  • Maximum Mintage    6,000
  • Release Date            13 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. The resilient horse occupies the seventh position in the lunar calendar as a result of the race. 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 incorporates a circular panel featuring a horse detailed in pure Australian opal. Struck elements include intricate patterning with stylised depictions of marigold, a plant traditionally considered lucky for those born in the Year of the Horse.

The design also includes the inscription ‘YEAR OF THE HORSE’ and the Chinese character for ‘horse’ together with the 2026 year-date, the coin’s weight and purity, and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.

Presentation

The coin is housed in a presentation case, with a certificate of authority, with a striking red and gold shipper.

Technical Specifications

Year Date 2026
Silver Content (Troy oz) 1
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 1
Fineness (% purity) 99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 31.107
Maximum Diameter (mm) 36.60
Maximum Thickness (mm) 3.95
Maximum Mintage 6,000
Finish Proof
Legal Tender Australia
Reverse Designer Aleysha Howarth
Effigy Designer Dan Thorne

 

SKU 26W20AAA
Barcode # 9327025059785
Brand Perth Mint
Shipping Weight 0.200 kg
Unit Of Measure each