1 kilo 2026 Lunar Year of The Horse Proof Gold Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

This Year of the Horse coin invites you to ignite the trailblazer in you.

According to the Chinese zodiac, the Horse brings with it energy and dynamism, and in 2026, those traits are coupled with the Fire element that sparks transformation and fuels the passion that propels us toward our dreams. People born in the year of the Fire Horse are self-reliant trailblazers and savvy trendsetters blessed with an abundance of confidence and enthusiasm—they don’t give up and they’re always on the go. The Horse’s spirit of advancing bravely toward its goals is beautifully reflected on this 99.99% pure gold kilo coin, which features an abundance of auspicious symbols representing both vitality and good fortune.

Like the Fire Horse, blaze your own trail in 2026.

COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• Kilo coin #5 in the series. Welcome the Year of the Horse (2026) with the fifth instalment in our annual Lunar Year series of 99.99% pure gold kilo (1 kg) coins.
• A premium offering. The most prestigious piece in our annual Lunar New Year collection, this low-mintage, high-value collectible has been meticulously crafted in one kilogram of 99.99% pure gold.
• Born in the Year of the Horse. Honours those born in the Year of the Horse: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014 and 2026.
• A rare exclusive. A prestigious addition to any collection, especially those focusing on gold coins and/or Chinese zodiac themes.
• Includes serialized certificate. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins.
• NO GST/HST.

PACKAGING

Your Lunar Year of the Horse pure gold kilo coin is encapsulated and elegantly presented in a red lacquered wood case with a red outer box, evoking the Chinese New Year custom of gifting “lucky money” in a red envelope.

BLESSINGS OF GOOD LUCK AND VITALITY

The intricately engraved design is filled with auspicious art elements that express wishes for vitality and good fortune, as traditionally represented by the swirling clouds.

LARGE CANVAS

Your kilo coin is generously sized – its 101.6 mm diameter provides ample room for the kind of finely engraved details that have special significance but would otherwise be lost on a smaller coin.

LUKCY RED COLOUR

Your gold kilo coin comes encapsulated and elegantly presented in a luxurious red lacquered wooden case with a red beauty box, evoking the Chinese New Year custom of gifting “lucky money” in a red envelope.

DID YOU KNOW?

Each year in the Chinese zodiac’s 12-year cycle is ruled by a different sign and one of the five elements, with Fire being the element for 2026. Horses are free-spirited, confident and energetic (they don’t like to be bored), but Fire Horses are known to be bolder and more decisive. The last year of the Fire Horse was 1966.

The reverse design by artist Aries Cheung celebrates the spirit of advancing bravely towards goals without hesitation in 2026, the year of the Fire Horse. A shining example of vitality, the free-spirited Horse is seen blazing its own trail and proudly looks back at the fire it has generated along the way, while auspicious clouds fill the sky above. The Horse is adorned with auspicious qi (or chi) motifs that symbolize energy; ru yi (or yu yi) patterns that represent granted wishes for protection; wings that reflect the Horse’s celestial status and speed; stylized wild horses and calla lilies, the Horse’s lucky flower; and a chest emblem that traditionally symbolizes hope, wellness and pending good fortune. The reverse also includes the word “CANADA” and a face value of “2500 DOLLARS”. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.

ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT

The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.