2026 1/2 oz Australian Gold Lunar Horse Coin (BU)
The Lunar Series III from Australias Perth Mint honors the twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac with a new design every year. These coins feature unique artwork depending on the metalsilver coins often show two animals, while gold coins highlight just one. BGASC now carries the 2026 1/2 oz Australian Gold Lunar Horse Coin. **Highlights:** - **Includes a plastic capsule or mint roll of 20 coins!** - **7th design in the Lunar Series III lineup!** - **Honors the Year of the Fire Horse!** - Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold in BU condition. - Bears a face value of $50 (AUD), backed by the Australian government. - King Charles III features on the obverse. - A rearing horse is shown on the reverse. - Artwork by Ing Ing Jong. These 2026 1/2 oz Australian Gold Lunar Horse Coins come packaged one per capsule. When ordering 20 coins, they will arrive in a sealed plastic roll. All coins are in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. **Obverse** The obverse shows the official Australian portrait of King Charles III. This left-facing image, created by Dan Thorne, debuts His Majesty in the Lunar Series, replacing the previous effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. **Reverse** On the reverse side, a stallion rises on its hind legs. With hooves raised, it stands against a backdrop of grassy land and distant hills. The horses form is full of motion and energy. **History** Fire Horse years only occur every 60 years and are viewed as powerful and unpredictable in Chinese culture. The last Fire Horse year was 1966, a time noted for significant movements and change around the world. With the next one arriving in 2026, many wonder what it may bring. **Ordering** If you need assistance while shopping, reach out to the BGASC team at 888-992-4272, use our web chat, or email us today. **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.