The Lunar Calendar names 2026 as the Year of the Horse, specifically the Year of the Fire Horse. This combination appears only once every 60 years, blending the Horse’s well-known spirit with the symbolism of the fire element. The Year of the Fire Horse begins on February 17, 2026, and runs through February 5, 2027. To celebrate, the Perth Mint has introduced a lineup of Year of the Horse bullion and collectible releases. Right now, 2026 1 oz Proof Australian Silver Lunar Horse High Relief Coins are available at BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a classic Perth Mint display case with a themed outer box and a Certificate of Authenticity!
• 7th design in the Lunar Series III program!
• High-relief strike!
• Limited mintage of only 3,888 coins!
• Contains 1 troy oz of .9999 pure silver.
• Bears a face value of $1 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.
• King Charles III on the obverse.
• Galloping horses on the reverse.
• Created by Ing Ing Jong.

Each 2026 1 oz Proof Australian Silver Lunar Horse Coin is secured in a protective capsule and placed in a traditional Perth Mint display case with a clear acrylic lid. It arrives inside a themed outer box and comes with an official Certificate of Authenticity from the Perth Mint. This release features a high-relief proof finish, pairing frosted design elements with mirrored fields, plus added depth that gives the artwork a stronger 3D look.

The Fire Horse year is often seen as a positive time for taking brave steps, trying fresh ideas, and chasing personal goals with steady confidence. The lively tone tied to this year is thought to support forward motion, upbeat thinking, and the kind of drive that helps people push through challenges. Many collectors also enjoy the personality often linked to Fire Horse individuals, who are commonly described as energetic self-starters that motivate others through their passion and independent mindset.

On the obverse of the 2026 Proof Australian Silver Lunar Horse, you’ll find the portrait of King Charles III. This marks the first official effigy of His Majesty to appear on Australian coinage, along with coins from several Commonwealth nations in the Pacific region. Created by Dan Thorne, the design shows King Charles III in left-facing profile and presents him without a crown.

The reverse design of the 2026 1 oz Proof Silver Lunar Horse Coin features two horses racing along a riverbank. Their running stance reflects freedom, strength, and the natural force often associated with the Fire Horse theme. Designers frequently use full-stride poses to communicate motion and intensity, showing flowing manes and lifted hooves to suggest speed, energy, and an open, untamed feeling.

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