2026 2 oz Gold Perth Mint Lunar Horse
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Introduction
The 2026 2 oz Gold Perth Mint Lunar Horse celebrates the Year of the Horse with two full troy ounces of .9999 fine gold. Part of the Australian Lunar Series III, this substantial bullion coin pairs significant precious metal content with original artwork inspired by the traditions of the Chinese zodiac. Its combination of investment-grade gold, Australian legal tender status, and changing annual artwork gives it appeal for both precious metals investors and collectors of modern world coinage.
History
The Perth Mint’s Australian Lunar program debuted in 1996 and has since grown into a celebrated series inspired by the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac. Now in its third 12-year cycle, the program introduces new artwork for each zodiac year, giving every release its own identity while maintaining a connection to the larger collection.
The Horse is the seventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is associated with independence, charisma, adventure, and spirited energy. For the 2026 design, Perth Mint artist Ing Ing Jong drew inspiration from traditional Chinese horse paintings, particularly their ability to convey movement, freedom, and strength. The result continues a program that has brought cultural symbolism and precious metal craftsmanship together for three decades.
Design
The reverse features a magnificent horse with elevated hooves, set against a landscape of mountains and grassland. The composition captures the strength and movement traditionally associated with the Horse and includes the Chinese character for “Horse,” the inscription HORSE 2026, and the Perth Mint’s “P” mintmark. A micro-laser engraved letter, visible only under magnification, provides an additional authentication feature.
The obverse features Dan Thorne’s effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, accompanied by the coin’s weight, .9999 gold fineness, and $200 Australian monetary denomination. Containing two full troy ounces of pure gold, the 2026 Lunar Horse offers substantial precious metal content alongside the distinctive annual artistry that has defined the Perth Mint’s Lunar program for three decades.
| Year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Metal | Gold |
| Mint | Perth Mint |
| Diameter | 40.9 mm |
| Fineness | 0.999 |
