Lunar Year of the Horse Black Proof - 1 oz .999 Silver Coin - 1$ Niue 2026
 
One of the most gripping, most vibrant Lunar New Year issues ever offered by Downies, this gold-plated 99.9% silver Black Proof coin forms a spectacular tribute to the Year of the Horse.
 
A triumphant piece of numismatic art, underpinned by a razor-sharp strike, this crown-sized legal tender issue captures the energetic, high-spirited nature of the horse perfectly. Emerging from a bank of stylised clouds, the powerful figure of the horse is flanked by jasmine flowers to the left and right. An inspired addition to a superbly balanced design, the Chinese character for horse (mǎ) is found below – struck into the coin, rather than rendered in traditional relief! Official legal tender, the portrait of King Charles III by Jody Clark is found upon the obverse.
 
A stunning tribute, with the fusion of silver and gold highlighted brilliantly by the Black Proof finish, this coin will command the attention of any collector with an eye for quality. In addition, it would make the perfect present for Lunar New Year. A very special gift for anyone born in 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002 or 2014, it’s simply a must-have for the baby born in 2026! Whatever your inspiration, immediate action is essential.
 
Matching beauty, power and limited availability in equal part, the mintage has been restricted to a ‘lucky’ 888 coins – each presented within a premium case with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. With so few available, time is of the essence.
Unique Year of the Horse tribute!
1oz 99.9% silver! Gold-plating!
Distinctive Black Proof quality.
Limited edition a ‘lucky’ 888 coins!
Official Niue legal tender release.
Spans 38.60mm in diameter.
Housed in a glossy, premium case.
Numbered Certificate of Authenticity