2026 Year of the Horse 🐎 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin
The Perth Mint | Lunar Series | Fine Silver Collectible
The Perth Mint proudly presents this beautifully struck 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin, celebrating the Year of the Horse — a symbol of freedom, adventure, and strength in Chinese tradition.
🌕 The Legend of the Horse
According to ancient Chinese lore, the Jade Emperor once called a great race among all the animals on Earth to decide their order in the lunar calendar.
The horse, filled with speed and determination, galloped toward the finish line in pursuit of the dragon. But just as victory was near, a snake, coiled around its hoof, startled it — allowing the serpent to slip ahead.
Even so, the courageous and resilient horse still secured seventh place, embodying the virtues of endurance and spirit that define this zodiac sign.
🧧 People Born in the Year of the Horse
Those born under the sign of the Horse (2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, and every 12th preceding year) are said to be:
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🐎 Independent and free-spirited, valuing personal freedom and expression
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✨ Charismatic and social, with a natural gift for inspiring others
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❤️ Passionate and adventurous, always charging ahead with enthusiasm
Their lively personalities make them the heart of every gathering and a symbol of optimism and drive.
🎨 Coin Design
The reverse features a majestic mare and her young foal, both depicted mid-gallop with flowing, detailed manes that convey motion and grace.
The background showcases mountainous terrain and open grasslands, symbolising strength and natural harmony.
Also included are:
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The Chinese character for “Horse”
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The inscription “HORSE 2026”
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The Perth Mint’s “P” mintmark
The obverse bears the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, along with inscriptions detailing the coin’s weight, fineness, denomination, and 2026 year-date.
✨ Key Features
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🪙 1oz of 99.99% Pure Silver
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🌟 Proof Quality – High Relief strike for exceptional depth and detail
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🐴 Elegant Design – Majestic mare and foal in full motion
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🏛️ Perth Mint “P” Mintmark
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👑 Obverse: Dan Thorne effigy of King Charles III
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🪞 Australian Legal Tender
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🎁 Presented in a display case with Certificate of Authenticity
💎 A Masterpiece of Lunar Craftsmanship
This exquisite high-relief silver coin combines Perth Mint’s artistry with ancient storytelling.
Perfect for collectors of lunar series, silver enthusiasts, or anyone celebrating a Horse-year birth, it embodies the bold, determined energy that defines this powerful zodiac animal.
Limited in mintage and rich in meaning, the Year of the Horse 2026 Silver Proof Coin stands as a symbol of freedom, endurance, and grace — a treasure to be cherished for generations.
