Discover the 4th silver release in the Perth Mint’s iconic Lunar Series. This 2002 1/2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Horse Coin celebrates the horse, the 7th animal in the Chinese zodiac. People born during the Year of the Horse are said to be high-spirited, energetic, and enthusiastic. Secure your lunar-themed silver bullion today, at JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a capsule!
• 4th silver issue in the Perth Mint Lunar Series!
• Total mintage of 42,824!
• Smallest silver size available for 2002!
• Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Issued a face value of 50 cents backed by Australia.
• The obverse side showcases Queen Elizabeth II.
• The reverse field features a lunar horse.

The Lunar Series debuted in 1996, with silver coins being introduced in 1999. When the Year of the Rat returned in 2008, the Perth Mint started Lunar Series II, followed by Lunar Series III in 2020. Nowadays, coins are released in weights ranging from 1/2 Troy oz to 10 kilograms.

The obverse of the 2002 1/2 oz Australian Lunar Horse Coin showcases Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen is seen in right-profile relief in this design by Ian Rank-Broadley. Identifying marks of the coin surround the effigy.

The reverse of this 2002 Australian Silver Lunar Horse Coin features a lunar horse. The horse is seen galloping in left-profile relief. The traditional Chinese character for the animal appears above it, with the year of issue to the left, and further marks below the horse.

This 2002 1/2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Horse Coin Will arrive inside a protective capsule to preserve the condition of your silver. This release is the smallest silver size available for 2002.

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