Rwanda: Lunar - Year of the Horse 1/12 oz Silver 2026

Rwanda: Lunar - Year of the Horse 1/12 oz Silver 2026 is a smaller yet equally remarkable coin in the renowned Lunar series. This coin pays tribute to the Chinese tradition of the lunar calendar, with 2026 being the Year of the Horse – an animal symbolizing freedom, energy, and independence.

Struck from pure silver with a purity of Ag.999, the coin weighs 1/12 troy ounce and has a diameter of 25 mm. It is legal tender in Rwanda, and its emission is backed by the government, making it a valuable and official numismatic item.

Reverse features a modern, geometric representation of the horse, symbolizing strength, speed, and freedom. The inscription “YEAR OF THE HORSE” clearly indicates the coin's theme, with the Chinese zodiac symbol placed above the horse, emphasizing the connection to Eastern Asian culture. Along the edge, precise engravings of the weight, metal purity, and year of issue are displayed. The overall design of the reverse creates a harmonious composition that blends the traditional Chinese calendar with a modern minting style.

Obverse of the coin depicts the national emblem of Rwanda, along with the denomination, confirming its status as official currency of Rwanda.