2026 Perth Mint - Year of the Horse 1/2 oz Silver Proof Coin (999.9 Ag)

The 2026 Perth Mint Year of the Horse 1/2 oz Silver Proof Coin is crafted from 0.5 ounces of 99.99% pure silver, showcasing exceptional proof quality. It honors the seventh animal of the lunar zodiac, offering a valuable addition to any collection for its purity and cultural significance.

Key features:

• Proof quality 99.99% pure silver 

• Seventh design in the Australian Lunar Series III

• Australian legal tender
• Issue Limit: 4000

In Chinese mythology, the emperor initiated a significant race among all the Earth's animals to determine the 12 representatives of the lunar calendar. The horse, known for its spirited nature, surged towards the finish line, eager to claim fifth place, but was unexpectedly thwarted by the snake, which emerged from concealment beneath its hoof, causing it to stumble. Nonetheless, the tenacious horse ultimately secured seventh place.

Ranked seventh after the snake, the horse is believed to impart qualities such as independence, charisma, and a sense of adventure to individuals born in 2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, and every twelfth year prior. Those influenced by this sign exhibit passion and vigor, endowed with inherent charm and a capacity to motivate others.

Year of the Horse design

The coin’s reverse portrays a majestic mare alongside her young foal, both depicted with elegant manes in a striking galloping stance. The pair mirrors one another's charm in a face-to-face interaction. 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.

Presentation packaging

accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin is presented in a prestigious black display case with silver and white lettering and 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.