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- 1 oz – Year of the Horse 2026: view product
- 1/4 oz – Year of the Horse 2026: view product
- 1/10 oz – Year of the Horse 2026: view product
Horse symbolism in the Chinese lunar calendar
The Horse stands for energy, freedom, vitality and endurance, often associated with independence, diligence and a love of movement. It’s a consistently popular theme thanks to its positive symbolism and timeless aesthetics — an appealing choice for investors.
Gift ideas
Year of the Horse coins make a thoughtful gift:
- for those born in Horse years: 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026 (lunar new years typically start in Jan/Feb),
- to mark a newborn in 2026,
- as a Christmas gift – a compact, lasting form of value.
Why choose Year of the Horse 2026 (The Perth Mint)
- Purity & quality: 99.99% Au; The Perth Mint is LBMA Good Delivery accredited (global acceptance, smoother buyback).
- Lunar Series III: a new motif each year – natural year-on-year continuity for regular purchases.
- Four sizes: from 1/10 oz for accessible entries and gifts, through 1/4 oz and the all-round 1 oz, up to 2 oz with a larger canvas for the design.
- Packaging: coins are delivered in protective capsules, suitable for long-term storage.
Design & finish
- Reverse: horse in motion, Chinese character for “horse”, HORSE 2026 inscription, P mintmark.
- Obverse: King Charles III effigy, weight, fineness and face value (legal tender of Australia).
- Detail: crisp relief and refined surfaces typical of The Perth Mint.
LBMA Good Delivery – what it means
LBMA Good Delivery is the gold market’s quality and traceability benchmark. Bullion from accredited producers is widely tradable and accepted in global markets, facilitating resale, exchange and buyback.
Choosing the right size (quick guide)
- 1 oz: the sweet spot for premium vs. liquidity.
- 2 oz: higher weight with a lower premium per gram and a larger design field.
- 1/4 oz: practical balance of price and compactness.
- 1/10 oz: the most accessible fraction, ideal for regular DCA purchases or gifting.
Also available in silver – Year of the Horse 2026 (1 oz)
Alongside the gold issues, we carry the 1 oz silver Year of the Horse 2026 by The Perth Mint. It’s pure investment silver (1 troy ounce / 31.1035 g), well-suited for long-term holding, regular accumulation and as a more accessible entry for investors.
- EN product (silver 1 oz): Investment Silver – Year of the Horse 2026 (1 oz)
Availability and prices update with the market. For the latest details and photos, open the product pages above.
