Explore the 4th silver release in the Perth Mints acclaimed Lunar Series with the 2002 1/2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Horse Coin. This special coin celebrates the horse, the 7th animal in the Chinese zodiac, known for its high spirit, energy, and enthusiasm. Enhance your collection with this distinctive lunar-themed silver bullion from BGASC.

Highlights:

• Comes in a capsule!
• 4th silver issue in the Perth Mint Lunar Series!
• Mintage total of 42,824!
• Smallest silver size available for 2002!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The face value of 50 cents is backed by Australia.
• Queen Elizabeth II is on the obverse.
• A lunar horse is on the reverse.

Every 2002 1/2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Horse Coin is protected in a capsule to maintain its condition during shipping. This coin is the smallest silver size offered for 2002.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2002 1/2 oz Australian Lunar Horse Coin displays a right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. Surrounding the Queen are the coins identifying details. Inscriptions read IRB, ELIZABETH II, AUSTRALIA, and 50 CENTS.

Reverse

On the reverse of this 2002 Australian Silver Lunar Horse Coin, you’ll find a beautifully detailed image of a galloping horse, a tribute to the Chinese zodiac. The traditional Chinese character for “horse” appears above, with the year of issue to the left and additional inscriptions below. Inscriptions include 2002 and 1/2 OZ 999 SILVER.

History

The Perth Mint’s Lunar Series began in 1996, with silver coins making their debut in 1999. Lunar Series II started in 2008 and Lunar Series III followed in 2020. Coins in this series now range from 1/2 Troy oz to an impressive 10 kilograms.

Ordering

Call 888-992-4272 to connect with the BGASC customer service team. We are also available via email or our online chat feature. Dont miss out on adding this unique piece to your collection today.