$7,763.00 USD
Struck during the reign of King Philippe VI (1328–1350), the first monarch of the Valois dynasty, this Écu d'Or à la Chaise exemplifies the regal artistry and political symbolism of medieval France. Introduced in the early 14th century, this coinage reflects the consolidation of royal authority and the assertion of divine right during a period marked by the onset of the Hundred Years' War.
Obverse: Depicts King Philippe VI seated on an ornate Gothic throne, facing forward, holding a scepter in his right hand and a globus cruciger in his left, symbolizing his temporal power and divine right to rule. The surrounding legend reads: “PHILIPPVS DEI GRA FRANCORVM REX” (Philippe, by the Grace of God, King of the Franks).
Reverse: Features a cross fleury within a quadrilobe, with fleurs-de-lis in the spandrels, representing the unity of the French kingdom under Christian faith. The legend “+ XP'C VINCIT XP'C REGNAT XP'C IMPERAT” (Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands) encircles the design, emphasizing the divine endorsement of the monarch's authority.
Graded NGC MS64, this coin exhibits exceptional preservation with sharp details and a well-centered strike. The surfaces retain original luster, and the intricate designs are crisply rendered, making it a superb example of this type. As a high-grade specimen of the Écu d'Or à la Chaise, it holds significant appeal for collectors of medieval French coinage.
