Lunar III Horse 1/20oz Gold Coin 2026
Perth Mint
The Perth Mint is one of the world’s most renowned precious metal mints. Founded in 1899 in Perth, Australia, as a branch of the British Royal Mint, it is now owned by the Government of Western Australia. The mint specializes in the production of bullion bars, collector coins, and investment coins made from gold, silver, platinum, and palladium.
The Perth Mint is especially well known for its “Australian Kangaroo,” “Koala,” and “Lunar” coin series.
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🇦🇺 Lunar III Horse 2026 – 1/20 oz Gold Coin – Australia’s Zodiac Symbol in Refined Miniature
The Lunar III Horse 2026 – 1/20 oz Gold Coin unites myth, symbolism, and fine craftsmanship in its most delicate form. Issued by the Perth Mint, it honours the Year of the Horse in the Chinese Zodiac – a sign symbolising energy, freedom, and vitality.
The obverse features the effigy of King Charles III, designed by Dan Thorne, surrounded by the inscriptions “CHARLES III • AUSTRALIA • 5 DOLLARS.”
The reverse depicts the horse in graceful motion, its mane flowing and muscles defined with precision. Stylised clouds and rocky elements in the background reflect the connection between nature and spirit. The inscriptions “YEAR OF THE HORSE 2026” and the Chinese character “馬” complete the composition.
The Lunar III Horse 2026 – 1/20 oz Gold Coin is a refined expression of Australian minting artistry, capturing the essence of the horse in pure gold – small, elegant, and full of life.
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Manufacturer | Perth Mint |
| Series | Lunar II |
| Purity | 999.9/1000 |
| Fineweight | 1.55 gram |
| Gross Weight | 1.55 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1/20 oz |
| Year of issue | 2026 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Uncirculated |
| Face value | 5 AUD |
| Thickness | 1.00 mm |
| Diameter | 14,60 mm |
| Mintage | 13511 |
| Packaging | in Capsule |
| Packaging Unit | 20 per roll |
| Large Packaging 2 | 100 per Box |