Perth Mint: Lunar I – Year of the Horse 1/10 oz Gold 2002

Perth Mint: Lunar I – Year of the Horse 1/10 oz Gold 2002 is a gold coin from the prestigious Lunar I series, issued by the Australian Perth Mint to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Horse 2002. This coin, weighing 1/10 troy ounce, is struck from pure 9999 gold and is part of a renowned collector-investment series inspired by the Chinese zodiac. The 1/10 oz weight is an accessible and popular choice for both investors and collectors. Limited mintage and high-quality workmanship result in strong numismatic value and a unique character for the issue.

The reverse shows a galloping horse – a symbol of energy, freedom, and success – with the Chinese character “馬” and inscriptions “Year of the Horse”, “2002”, “1/10 OZ 9999 GOLD”. The design references the prestige and tradition of the Perth Mint and Far Eastern astrology.

The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley with information on the denomination and issuing country.