Rectangular Silver Coin $1 Australia 2026 – Year of the Horse BU 1oz

The year 2026 will be the year of the Red Fire Horse, and to commemorate this, The Perth Mint is issuing a rectangular coin depicting a stallion with raised hooves. The obverse features the official portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, along with the coin’s weight, purity, and denomination.

This coin makes a wonderful gift for a loved one or friend, and is also an ideal investment option for those celebrating the Lunar New Year. The Horse is believed to bestow independence, charisma, and a spirit of adventure upon those born in its year—1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, and 2026. The Horse sign in the Chinese zodiac symbolizes freedom, fortitude, and a boundless joy in life.

Denomination: 1 AUD
Metal: 999.9 silver
Diameter: 27.6 mm
Length: 47.6 mm
Weight: 1 oz (31.1 g)
Circulation: 300,000
Packaging: capsule