1/62 oz Gold Coin - Lunar III - Year of the Horse - 2026
### Australian Lunar Series III - Year of the Horse - 2026 0,5 gr. Gold - Proof - Seventh year of Lunar Series III - 99.99% pure Gold - Mintage only 10,000 pieces - Delivery in Blistercard The new issue of the **Australian Lunar Series III** of the **Perth Mint** is dedicated to the **Year of the Horse**. The horse is the seventh animal in the Chinese zodiac calendar. The seventh issue of the 12-year Lunar III series features a detailed depiction of a magnificent horse with elevated hooves, embodying strength and grace. In the background, majestic mountain ranges and expansive grasslands unfold. The artistic design also incorporates the Chinese character for "Horse", the inscription "HORSE 2026", details on the weight and fineness as well as The Perth Mint’s traditional "P" mintmark. The reverse of the coin shows the Dan Thorne portrait of King Charles III, complemented by the denomination. Horses have been faithful companions of humankind for thousands of years. They embody strength, elegance, and sensitivity, and are regarded as symbols of freedom and grace. To this day, they play an important role in sport, leisure, and culture. People born in the Year of the Horse are considered energetic, freedom-loving, and independent, while also being sociable, charming, and full of vitality. Limited to 10,000 pieces worldwide, the **Year of the Horse 0.5 gram gold proof coin** is delivered in an illustrated blistercard.