The Perth Mint ushers in the 2026 Lunar New Year with a striking fusion of precious metal artistry and natural Australian beauty.
Australian Opal Lunar Series
The Australian Opal Lunar Series 2026 Year of the Horse 1oz Silver Proof Coin captures motion, vitality, and luck through a bold opal centerpiece.
Shaped as the horse, an enduring symbol of strength, independence, and optimism in the lunar calendar.
This release speaks directly to collectors who value originality, craftsmanship, and cultural storytelling.
Struck from 99.99% pure silver in proof quality, the coin immediately impresses with sharp detail and mirror-like fields.
Australian Opal
At its heart, a vivid insert of authentic Australian opal brings the horse to life with flashes of color that shift under changing light.
Because opal forms naturally, no two inserts look alike, every coin becomes a one-of-a-kind expression.
Strictly limited mintage of just 6,000 pieces worldwide.
The Design
The reverse design layers meaning and precision. Stylised marigold motifs, long associated with good fortune for those born in the Year of the Horse, surround the opal panel.
Clear inscriptions identify the YEAR OF THE HORSE, the Chinese character for “horse.”
The 2026 date, weight, purity, and The Perth Mint’s iconic “P” mintmark.
Together, these elements create a design that feels both contemporary and deeply rooted in tradition.
The Presentation Case
Collectors can also expect a premium presentation.
The Perth Mint packages each coin in a classic display case with a transparent lid, paired with an illustrated shipper and a numbered certificate of authenticity.
With earlier opal lunar issues already sold out and household limits set at one coin per customer.
This release positions itself as a highly desirable modern collectible, equally suited for Lunar New Year gifting, long-term collecting, or celebrating a 2026 birth year.
At a glance – Specifications
- 1oz proof coin struck in 99.99% pure silver
- Features genuine Australian opal—each coin is visually unique
- Australian legal tender
- Limited mintage of 6,000 coins
- Limit of one per customer and per household
This opal-accented Year of the Horse issue doesn’t just mark a new lunar cycle, it sets the pace for one of the most eye-catching modern releases of 2026.
