1/10 oz Gold Lunar III Horse 2026
- Elegant design: flowing mane in full gallop
- Perth Mint: world-renowned mint
- Purest gold: fineness 999.9/1,000
- Elegant designEvery muscle contour and strand of the mane finely struck
- Perth MintIts Lunar series has captivated collectors for over two decades
- Purest goldHighest purity with the mint's authenticity guarantee
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Lunar III, Year of the Horse 2026
The horse rears,behind it mountains and grassland.
Image of the animal side: a rearing horse against mountains and grassland, at the top left the character 馬 and HORSE 2026, on the right a P
The animal of the year
A design by Ing Ing Jong
The line above follows the description of The Perth Mint.
The year’s silver coin bears a different image, also by Ing Ing Jong: a mare with her foal at a gallop.
The Perth Mint presents the horse under the heading “Symbol of strength”.
The character 馬
At the top left is the Chinese character for horse, below it HORSE 2026, on the right the P of The Perth Mint.
The Year of the Horse began on 17 February 2026.
Head and mane
The character 馬
Name and year
The series
One animal a year since 1996
In 1996 The Perth Mint became the first mint to release an Australian lunar programme, as it states. Each series follows the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac: Lunar I from 1996 to 2007, Lunar II from 2008 to 2019, Lunar III from 2020 to 2031.
Each year one animal is added, and the snake, the horse and the goat each have separate designs for gold and silver. The snake is the sixth animal of Lunar III, the horse the seventh, the goat the eighth.
Since the snake of 2025, the effigy side has shown King Charles III, portrayed by Dan Thorne.
Snake2025
Horse2026
Goat2027
The mint
The P of Perth
The Perth Mint was founded in a gold rush. In 1892 a find near Coolgardie set off Australia’s second great gold rush of the 19th century. Premier Sir John Forrest did not want the gold to leave Western Australia for processing and secured a branch of the Royal Mint in Perth.
On 20 June 1899 the first gold was processed and struck there, and The Perth Mint has operated continuously on the same site in East Perth ever since. The sovereigns from Perth carried a small P above the date.
The designs of the snake, the horse and the goat also bear a P, as The Perth Mint’s mintmark. Today it is owned by the State of Western Australia.
The finish
The bullion coin in gold
The gold bullion coin comes in sizes from 1/20 ounce up to 10 ounces, each with the same design. It is legal tender in Australia.
1/20ounce
1/10ounce
1/4ounce
1/2ounce
1ounce
2ounces
At a glance
- Issuer
- The Perth Mint
- Face value
- 15 Australian dollars
- Minimum weight
- 3.111 g
- Fine weight
- 1/10 ounce fine gold
- Fineness
- 99.99%
- Maximum diameter
- 16.60 mm
- Year
- 2026
All details according to The Perth Mint, the face value as it appears on the coin.
Struck in Perth since 1899.
Lunar III, Year of the Horse 2026.
The Year of the Horse in Pure Gold – Lunar III 2026 as the Perfect Bullion Coin
- Investment objective: Compact bullion coin with solid inflation hedge and lasting value retention
- Design: Majestic horse in dynamic motion – symbol of strength and freedom
- Material/Fineness: Purest gold with an impressive fineness of 999.9/1000
- Manufacturer: The world-renowned Perth Mint from Australia with the highest minting standards
- Country of origin: Australia – guarantor of first-class coin quality
The 1/10 ounce gold Lunar III Horse 2026 combines millennia-old tradition with state-of-the-art minting technology. This extraordinary gold coin captures the untamed energy of the horse – an animal that in Chinese culture stands for success, speed, and noble character traits.
Artistic Design Meets the Highest Minting Quality
On the obverse, a magnificent horse with a flowing mane gallops across rocky terrain. The detailed depiction shows the animal in full motion – a symbol of dynamism and progress. Every muscle contour, every strand of the billowing mane has been rendered with the utmost precision by the master engravers of the Perth Mint. The Chinese character for "horse" as well as the year 2026 complement the design harmoniously.
The reverse features the dignified portrait of King Charles III, framed by his name and the country name "AUSTRALIA". The face value of 15 AUD, the fine weight, and the exceptional purity of 999.9 gold are also elegantly integrated.
Why the Gold Lunar Series Captivates Collectors and Investors Alike
The Lunar series from the Perth Mint is one of the most successful bullion coin series in the world. For over two decades, it has captivated with its combination of cultural significance and investment quality. The third edition of this legendary series sets new standards in terms of detail and artistic design.
"Gold is the world's oldest currency – and the Lunar series combines this timeless store of value with the wisdom of the Chinese zodiac."
Compact Size with Maximum Flexibility
With a diameter of just 16.50 mm and a fine weight of 3.11 grams, this coin is ideal for investors who wish to build their portfolio step by step. The 1/10 ounce denomination makes high-quality investment gold affordable while simultaneously offering maximum liquidity. In times of crisis, smaller units can be deployed more flexibly – an invaluable advantage for your personal crisis protection.
Gold as the Ultimate Inflation Hedge – Your Retirement Provision in Precious Metals
While paper money steadily loses purchasing power through inflation, gold has preserved its value over millennia. The world's largest central banks hoard gold reserves – a clear signal that even the guardians of paper money do not fully trust their own system. With the Lunar III Horse 2026, you secure a piece of this eternal currency.
- Tax-free gains: After a holding period of just one year, your profits from the sale of gold are completely tax-free
- VAT-exempt: Gold enjoys a special status as an investment metal – you pay no VAT (Value Added Tax)
- Worldwide acceptance: Gold is accepted and valued as a means of payment everywhere in the world
- Crisis-proof: In turbulent times, demand for gold traditionally rises
The Symbolic Power of the Horse for Your Investment
People born in the Year of the Horse are considered energetic, independent, and success-oriented. These qualities are also reflected in your investment: gold stands for independence from the financial system, while the Lunar series stands for sustained success in the collector's market.
The limited mintage and the annually changing designs make each edition a coveted collector's item. Experience shows that smaller denominations in particular tend to perform above average, as they are in demand from a broad base of buyers.
Technical Perfection from Down Under
The Perth Mint is one of the most innovative mints in the world. Using state-of-the-art technology and centuries-old craftsmanship, coins of exceptional quality are produced here. Delivery in Brilliant Uncirculated condition in a protective coin capsule guarantees that your Lunar III Horse 2026 arrives with you in immaculate condition.
- Legal tender in Australia with a face value of 15 AUD
- Highest minting quality "Brilliant Uncirculated" (BU)
- Secure packaging in original coin capsule
- Authenticity guarantee by the Perth Mint
The combination of cultural significance, limited mintage, and the fascination of the Chinese zodiac makes this coin far more than just a gold investment. It is a piece of history, a symbol of permanence, and a smart building block for your financial future. Secure your example of the 1/10 ounce Gold Lunar III Horse 2026 today – because true value shines forever!
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