1 oz Silver Lunar III Horse ANDA 2026 (Mintage 3,000)
- Colorized design: mare with foal
- Expo edition: Melbourne Money Expo
- Perth Mint: renowned mint
- Colorized designGalloping before an orange and violet sunset
- Expo editionExclusively minted for the Melbourne expo in February 2026
- Perth MintA guarantee of top quality for over a century
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Lunar III, Year of the Horse 2026
Mare and foal at a gallop,facing each other.
Image of the animal side: mare and foal at a gallop against a coloured sunset, at the top the character 馬 and HORSE 2026, on the left 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 gold coin bears a different image, also by Ing Ing Jong: a horse with elevated hooves.
The Perth Mint presents the horse under the heading “Symbol of strength”.
The character 馬
At the top centre are the Chinese character for horse and HORSE 2026, on the left the P of The Perth Mint.
The Year of the Horse began on 17 February 2026.
The mare’s head
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
A special edition
Alongside the bullion coins, The Perth Mint issues special editions, for example with colour, gilding or an antiqued finish.
The coin is housed in The Perth Mint’s presentation card for the Melbourne Money Expo of ANDA, titled MELBOURNE MONEY EXPO ANDA SPECIAL 7-8 FEBRUARY 2026. Here it is the background that is in colour: a sunset over mountains and grassland.
At a glance
- Issuer
- The Perth Mint
- Face value
- 1 Australian dollar
- Fine weight
- 1 ounce fine silver
- Fineness
- 99.99%
- Year
- 2026
- Maximum mintage per The Perth Mint
- 3,000 coins
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.
1 oz Silver Lunar III Horse ANDA 2026 – Exclusive Collector's Coin with Only 3,000 Pieces
This extraordinary silver coin from the popular Lunar Series III combines the finest minting artistry with cultural depth. The ANDA special edition for the Year of the Horse 2026 was crafted exclusively for the Melbourne Money Expo in February 2026 and, with its strictly limited mintage, is a true highlight for discerning collectors.
- Investment objective: Bullion coin with inflation hedge and value preservation – also ideal as crisis protection in smaller denominations
- Design: Majestic mare with foal in a dynamic galloping pose against a breathtaking sunset – colourised by designer Ing Ing Jong
- Material & fineness: 31.10 g of purest silver at a fineness of 999.9/1,000
- Manufacturer: Struck by the world-famous Perth Mint – a guarantee of the highest quality
- Country of origin: Australia – official legal tender with a face value of 1 AUD
A Masterpiece of Minting Art – The Fascinating Design
The colourised reverse of this Silver Lunar coin transports you into a world full of grace and power. An elegant mare gallops alongside her young foal through an idyllic grassland. Their flowing manes seem to dance in the wind. The background? Simply spectacular! A dramatic sunset in warm shades of orange and violet, towering mountains and lush green meadows merge into a total work of art.
The Chinese character for "horse" (馬) presides over the scene, complemented by the inscription "HORSE 2026" and the distinctive "P" mintmark of the Perth Mint. The obverse features the portrait of King Charles III designed by Dan Thorne – a worthy frame for this numismatic jewel.
The Legend of the Horse in the Chinese Zodiac
According to ancient Chinese tradition, the Emperor once decreed a great race to determine the twelve positions in the lunar calendar. The freedom-loving horse galloped resolutely towards the finish line – but the cunning snake, which had coiled itself around its hoof, startled it at the decisive moment. Despite this setback, the resilient animal claimed seventh place.
People born in the Year of the Horse (2026, 2014, 2002, 1990 and every twelfth preceding year) are considered independent, charismatic and adventurous. They possess a natural charm and the ability to inspire others. This coin is therefore also a wonderful gift for all those "born in the Year of the Horse"!
Why This Silver Coin Enriches Your Portfolio
Silver has proven itself as a reliable store of value over millennia. Unlike paper money, it possesses an intrinsic value that is further supported by its diverse industrial applications – from electronics and solar technology to medicine. The limited availability of the precious metal ensures long-term value stability.
- Tax-free gains after a one-year holding period
- High liquidity – globally recognised and tradeable
- Protection against currency instability and inflation
- Diversification of your asset portfolio
- An ideal heirloom for future generations
Technical Details at a Glance
With a diameter of 40.90 mm and a fine weight of exactly 31.10 grams, this coin sits perfectly in the hand. The striking in the highest quality – Brilliant Uncirculated and protected in a high-quality blister card – guarantees the flawless condition of your investment. The strict limitation to just 3,000 pieces worldwide makes this ANDA special edition a highly sought-after collector's item.
The Perth Mint, one of the most renowned mints in the world, has stood for excellent craftsmanship for over a century. Every single coin undergoes rigorous quality controls before leaving the facility. The result: a silver treasure that will endure for generations.
Equally Attractive for Collectors and Investors
This colourised special edition combines the best of both worlds. Collectors appreciate the artistic design, the strict mintage limit and the cultural background. Investors, in turn, benefit from the proven value stability of silver as a precious metal. Whether as the cornerstone of a Lunar collection, as an addition to existing holdings or as a meaningful gift – this coin will captivate you!
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