2026 1/2 Gram Pitcairn Islands Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Coin (BU)
The Horse is the seventh animal in the cycle of twelve zodiac signs in Chinese tradition, positioned after the Snake and before the Goat (or Sheep). This places the Horse in the middle region of the zodiac sequence, which repeats every twelve years. Tower Mint continues its Lunar Series for the Pitcairn Islands with its new 2026 release. Now, 2026 1/2 Gram Pitcairn Islands Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Coins are available online from BGASC. **Highlights:** - **Each coin arrives in a plastic flip!** - **Marks the 2026 Year of the Horse!** - **Limited mintage of only 1,000 coins!** - Contains 1/2 gram (.01608 troy oz) of .999 pure gold in BU condition. - Issued with a face value of 25 Cents by the Pitcairn Islands. - Obverse includes King Charles III. - Reverse presents a Lunar Horse design. These 2026 1/2 Gram Pitcairn Islands Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Coins are presented in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and ship inside plastic flips. The 2026 mintage is notably smaller than that of the prior year, dropping from a limit of 5,000 coins to 1,000. **Obverse** The obverse of the 2026 1/2 Gram Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Coins features the first official effigy of King Charles III used on Commonwealth coins. Designed by Glyn Davies, the portrait shows the King in left-profile relief and without a crown. **Reverse** For the reverse of the 2026 Pitcairn Islands Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Coins, the mint illustrates a horse running through a forested area. Branches hang low around the animal, with traditional Chinese decorations suspended from the branches on the left side of the scene. **History** In Chinese astrology, the Year of the Horse is known for themes of energy, optimism, and movement, and is believed to bring a sense of progress. People born in Horse years are thought to be independent, bright, social, and confident, though they may also be impulsive or eager for constant activity. The year is commonly seen as a good time for new efforts, exploration, and engaging with others. **Ordering** BGASC customer service is ready to help you at 888-992-4272. Our support team is also available through our web chat and email options. **Buying Gold And Silver Coins With BGASC Is Convenient And Secure** BGASC is Fast, Reliable, and Trusted. All orders of $199 or more Ship FREE. Our prices are ultra-competitive and there is no order minimum. We have NO hidden fees and we don't do phone solicitation calls either. All shipments are packaged securely, discreetly and are fully insured. We accept payment by Credit Card, PayPal, Crypto, ACH, Bank Wire and Paper Check. Your prices are locked in when checkout is completed. Customers all across the country have quickly come to recognize BGASC as one of the largest, fastest, most trusted online precious metals dealers in the U.S.