$6,453.00 USD
Issued under Charles V of France during his reign from 1364 to 1380, this Gold Franc à Pied, graded NGC MS62, stands as a proud emblem of the monarch’s authority and his reform of the French monetary system.
Obverse: Depicts King Charles V standing, crowned and clad in full armor beneath a richly decorated Gothic canopy, holding a sword and scepter—symbolic of his martial strength and sovereign justice. Flanked by fleurs-de-lis, the design evokes both the sanctity and grandeur of the French monarchy.
Reverse: Features a florid cross fleury, with fleurs-de-lis and lions in alternating quadrants, enclosed in a detailed tressure. This design merges Christian iconography with royal symbolism and underscores France’s aspirations for dynastic legitimacy and divine favor.
With excellent centering, well-preserved detail, and an original golden tone, this MS62 example offers strong eye appeal and crisp devices. Light high-point friction does not detract from its significance, making it a desirable acquisition for collectors of medieval French gold.
