The Perth Mints Lunar Series III showcases the twelve-year rotation of animals from the Chinese Zodiac. Each release puts a new focus on the animal featured for that year, offering a different design in silver and gold versions. Gold coins generally highlight a single animal, giving them a distinct look from the silver coins. Right now, the 2026 Australian Lunar Horse 2 oz Gold Coin is available at Provident Metals.

Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective plastic capsule!
• 7th coin in the Lunar Series III program!
• Celebrates the Year of the Fire Horse!
• Contains 2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold in BU condition.
• Bears a face value of $200 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.
• Obverse depicts King Charles III.
• Reverse includes a depiction of a horse standing on its hind legs.
• Created by Ing Ing Jong.
• Reverse features a security element.

Each 2026 Australian Lunar Horse 2 oz Gold Coin is packaged in a clear plastic capsule and arrives in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. A special anti-counterfeit security mark is included on the reverse. This micro-engraved feature appears as a letter only visible under magnification.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2026 Australian Lunar Horse Gold Coin features a portrait of King Charles III. Designed by Dan Thorne for the Perth Mint, this right-facing image shows the king without a crown and represents his first appearance on coins in this series. The inscriptions here include CHARLES III, AUSTRALIA, 2 OZ 9999 AU, and 200 DOLLARS.

Reverse

The reverse side of 2026 Lunar Horse 2 oz Gold Coins shows a powerful horse rearing up with its front legs raised. The animal is shown in motion, with grassy hills and steep mountain peaks in the distance. This design was created by artist Ing Ing Jong as part of the ongoing Lunar Series III. Inscriptions here include HORSE, 2026, the P mint mark, and the Chinese emblem for the Horse.

History

In Chinese astrology, the Horse symbolizes freedom, energy, and forward momentum. Horse years are often seen as times of transformation and drive, when people feel inspired to start fresh, seek new paths, and follow bold ideas. These periods are meaningful for those ready for change.

Ordering

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