First Yellow Gold Lunar Medals of the HKSAR with Everlasting Values
2014 is the Chinese Year of the Horse. The Horse is acclaimed as “the Dragon that runs on earth” with its outstanding speed and strong build. It is believed to be a mascot that brings success, wealth and health! To mark this blissful year, the renowned Royal Mint has issued the “Hong Kong Year of the Horse Gold Proof Medals” in limited worldwide edition! Sequels to the first yellow gold lunar medal series of the HKSAR, these medals sparkle with the intrinsic splendour and nobleness of pure yellow gold! Likely to trigger a craze like their Year of the Dragon and Snake predecessors, these limited minting masterpieces will be gone in no time! Own yours now!


 

Unprecedented Yellow Gold Lunar Masterpieces of the Thousand-year Royal Mint
The Royal Mint is the oldest coin maker of the world with a history of over 1,100 years. As the sole official minting authority of the United Kingdom, the Mint has been entrusted with numerous large-scale commemorative coin programs, including the London Olympics, the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II and the birth of little Prince George. Its professionalism has won the trust of many countries worldwide to be the minter of their coinage. “Hong Kong Year of the Horse Gold Proof Medals” are from the first-ever yellow gold lunar medal series of this celebrated Mint. Each of them is crafted with a combination of traditional hand-engraving skills and top-notch modern technology. The vigor of a galloping horse and the glamour of the Victoria Harbour are vividly captured in exquisite frosted relief against a shiny mirror-like background on the medals! Definitely breathtaking works of art, they will be treasured for generations to come!
 

The experienced engraver is painstakingly crafting the delicate design on the die. See, the design is precisely captured on the die in every minute detail! Combining sophisticated craftsmanship and modern technology, each medal is a superb work of art with everlasting value.
 
 

Hong Kong Year of the Horse Gold Proof Medals


Obverse:

A Smart Horse Arriving at a Castle to Bring Instant Success

The obverse depicts a smart horse arriving at an ancient castle amid auspicious clouds to denote the blessings of immediate success, power and prosperity. The words “YEAR OF THE HORSE” are inscribed in both English and Chinese on the top. The year “2014” at the bottom is flanked by a pair of peony blossoms (the flowers of wealth) entwined with vines, to beckon wealth and longevity.

Reverse:
Contemporary View of the Victoria Harbour Denotes Ever-glowing Prosperity in Hong Kong

The reverse bears a contemporary prosperous view of the renowned Victoria Harbour from the Peak, featuring the two tallest skyscrapers of Hong Kong facing each other across the sea. Showcasing the charm of the city as the “Pearl of the Orient” and as an international metropolis, this glamourous view symbolises the city’s progress into another golden era! Above the skyline is a blooming Bauhinia, the floral emblem of Hong Kong, to denote a booming future and, with its five petals conveying five blessings are knocking at your door! The circumference is inscribed with “Hong Kong Special Administrative Region” in both English and Chinese.

 

 

1. Classic Gold Proof Medal – Your Must-have Gem
Comprising 7.78gm .999 fine gold, this premium masterpiece of gold will make your family heirloom treasured for generations to come !

Specifications:
Composition – 7.78gm .999 Gold and 0.73gm .999 Silver; Weight – 8.51gm;
Diameter – 22mm; Worldwide Mintage – 10,000pcs; HK Allocation – 8,000pcs

 

2. Supreme Gold Proof Medal – Your Perfect Match
Comprising 31.1gm .999 fine gold, this noble medal simply matches with elitists like you! Only 950 pieces are allotted to Hong Kong, act now!

Specifications:
Composition – Composition – 31.1gm .999 Gold and 2.95gm .999 Silver; Weight – 34.05gm;
Diameter – 32.69mm; Worldwide Mintage – 1,200pcs; HK Allocation – 950pcs

 

3. Delicate Gold Proof Medal – An Ideal Gift
Comprising 3.11gm .999 fine gold, it demonstrates the Mint’s exceptional craftsmanship! It makes an impressive gift to give!

Specifications:
Composition – 3.11gm .999 Gold and 0.3gm .999 Silver; Weight – 3.41gm;
Diameter – 16.5mm; Worldwide Mintage – 18,000pcs; HK Allocation – 12,000pcs

 

4. Gold Proof Medal Set – Good Luck Trio
Comprising three gold medals – “Classic”, “Supreme” and “Delicate”, this splendid set will bring you triple good luck! Only 800 sets are available in Hong Kong, get yours now!

Worldwide Mintage – 1,000 sets; HK Allocation – 800 sets


The gold and silver medals shown here are not the actual sizes.

 

5. Gold and Silver Proof Medal Set – A Tasteful Gift
Comprising the Classic Gold Medal, the Delicate Gold Medal and the Elegant Silver Medal, this charming set is a tasteful gift to give!

Worldwide Mintage – 5,000 sets; HK Allocation – 3,000 sets

 
The gold and silver medals shown here are not the actual sizes.

 

6. Elegant Silver Proof Medal – Good Value for Money
Exquisitely struck in .925 silver, this medal shares the same design with the gold medals. Delight yourself and your loved ones with it now!

Specifications:
Composition – .925 Silver; Weight – 28.28gm; Diameter – 38.61mm;
Worldwide Mintage  – 20,000pcs; HK Allocation – 15,000pcs
 

The silver medal shown here is not the actual size.

 

7. King-size Gold Proof Medal – Prestigious Jumbo
This 65mm giant medal is struck from 5oz of .999 fine gold! It has the lowest mintage amongst all and only 100 pieces are allotted to Hong Kong! Order now to avoid disappointment!

Specifications:
Composition – .999 Gold; Weight – 155.52gm; Diameter – 65mm;
Worldwide Mintage
– 150pcs; HK Allocation – 100pcs
 

The gold medal shown here is not the actual size.

 

8. King-size Silver Proof Medal – Remarkable Colossus
This gigantic medal is struck from 5oz of .999 fine silver! Only 1,500 pieces are allotted to Hong Kong, secure yours now!

Specifications:
Composition – .999 Silver; Weight – 155.52gm; Diameter – 65mm;
Worldwide Mintage –
2,000pcs, HK Allocation – 1,500pc
 
The silver medal shown here is not the actual size.

 

 
 

Secure these Always-coveted Lunar Treasures Now!

The lunar medals of the Royal Mint have always been coveted by collectors and Chinese culture lovers worldwide for their collectible and commemorative values. Some previous releases have the following records: in the "Hong Kong Millennium Lunar Gold Proof Medal Series", the value of the King-size Year of the Dragon Gold Proof Medal has once surged to 210%* of its issue price, while the Horse Gold Proof Medal from the same series has once reached 343%* of its issue price! High collectible value, low worldwide mintages together with the great popularity of the horse zodiac sign, the newly-released Horse Medals are expected to attract fierce demand like their predecessors! It is thus advisable for you to order them at the earliest possibility to avoid disappointment!

*The records quoted here are for reference only, and do not indicate future performance.

 

Rare Chance to Secure the Fast-selling Previous Issues
As the first yellow gold lunar medals of both the HKSAR and the famous Royal Mint, the Hong Kong Lunar Proof Medal Series has been hotly pursued since its debut. We have now searched out a very limited quantity of the previous Year of the Snake and Dragon medals for you. This is a rare chance for you to secure these hot lunar treasures, order now!

 Details of the 2012 Dragon Medals>>

 Details of the 2013 Snake Medals>>

 

Comes with Certificate, Presentation Box and Booklet
Each medal or set is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity officially issued by the Royal Mint. Housed in a deluxe presentation box, each medal or set also comes with a Chinese zodiac souvenir booklet, enhancing its value and giving you more fun in collecting.



 

 
 

The Best Gift in this Joyful Year of the Horse
Auspiciously designed, the Horse medals are the must-have items for people born in the Year of the Horse*. They also make impressive gifts for business partners to wish them every success, for newborns and birthday friends to wish them health and vigor, and for your loved ones on any festive occasion to wish them wealth and good fortune!

*The Chinese Year of the Horse: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014


 

 

Limited Mintage – Act Immediately!
The “Hong Kong Year of the Horse Gold Proof Medals” are the first yellow gold lunar medals of both the HKSAR and the Royal Mint! Bearing great collectible values, these limited releases are available in a wide range of configurations for you to choose from to keep for yourself or to give as gifts. Get yours now before they are gone! First come, first served!
 

Order Now to Secure Yours
Return the completed order form by mail, WhatsApp, email or fax, Now!
 



 

* ASEAN member countries prices inclusive of GST (if any); free delivery applies to all member countries

^ Hong Kong & Other Countries prices excluding tax; free delivery applies to regions other than HK & Macau

 
 
   

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