2026 1/10 oz Australia Perth Mint Lunar Series III: Year of the Horse .9999 Gold Coin

Celebrate the bold and free-spirited essence of the Fire Horse with the 2026 1/10 oz Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Coin from the world-renowned Perth Mint. This Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) coin is the seventh release in the esteemed Lunar Series III, which honors the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac with fresh, yearly designs. Struck in .9999 fine gold, this coin is an excellent choice for collectors and investors looking for premium fractional gold bullion with global appeal.

Coin Highlights

• Seventh release in the Lunar Series III from The Perth Mint.
• Contains 1/10 troy ounce of .9999 pure gold.
• Struck in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition.
• Legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965 with a face value of $15 AUD.
• Features the Dan Thorne effigy of King Charles III on the obverse.
• Displays a rearing horse design symbolizing the 2026 Year of the Horse on the reverse.
• Arrives in a protective acrylic capsule for long-term preservation.

A Zodiac Icon with Fiery Energy

According to the Chinese lunar calendar, 2026 marks the Year of the Fire Horse, a rare celestial alignment occurring once every 60 years. Those born under this sign (1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026) are known for their vibrant personalities, independence, and unshakable determination. The fire element only intensifies these characteristics—making them daring and passionate individuals who strive to blaze their own trail.

The 1/10 oz gold coin encapsulates this energy in a compact format, perfect for fractional gold investors or thoughtful gifting during the lunar year.

Design and Craftsmanship

As always, The Perth Mint delivers a masterclass in numismatic artistry:

• Obverse: Features the new effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, designed by Dan Thorne. Encircling the bust are the inscriptions “CHARLES III,” “AUSTRALIA,” “15 DOLLARS,” and the gold content “1/10 oz 9999 GOLD.”
• Reverse: A powerful rearing horse set against a stylized mountainous landscape, symbolizing strength, spirit, and motion. The reverse also includes the Perth Mint’s iconic "P" mint mark, the Chinese character for "horse," and the inscription “HORSE 2026.”

The Perth Mint Lunar Series III

Launched in 2020, the Lunar Series III continues a rich legacy of Chinese zodiac coinage that began in 1996. Each year showcases a new, dynamic design rooted in traditional symbolism and contemporary elegance. The series is prized by collectors and investors alike for its limited mintage special editions, remarkable artwork, and .9999 fine metal purity.

Add the 2026 1/10 oz Australia Perth Mint Lunar Year of the Horse Gold Coin to your collection today and celebrate a year of strength, vitality, and unbreakable will.