$18,000.00 USD
– SOLDis 1 Guy d'Or (gold coin) was minted in Bordeaux under the reign of King Edward III of England (1327–1377). During this period, England controlled parts of France, particularly the region of Aquitaine, due to Edward III's claim to the French throne—one of the main causes of the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) between England and France.
The coin reflects England's authority over its French territories, specifically the Duchy of Aquitaine, where Edward III ruled as Duke while simultaneously being the King of England. The Anglo-Gallic coinage was essential in facilitating trade and paying for military campaigns in France.
Features a regal crowned bust of Edward III facing left, holding a lis-tipped scepter (symbol of French royal authority) in his right hand.
The crown and attire signify his status as both King of England and ruler of Aquitaine.
The Latin inscription around the coin typically reads "EDWARDVS: DEI: GRA: REX: ANGL: DnS: AQIT", meaning "Edward, by the grace of God, King of England and Lord of Aquitaine."
Depicts a floriated cross with four lobed arches around it.
In the angles of the cross, fleurs-de-lis (symbol of France) are present, reinforcing Edward’s claim to French territory.
The surrounding inscription often states "XPC: VINCIT: XPC: REGNAT: XPC: IMPERAT", meaning "Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands."
This phrase was commonly used on medieval Christian coinage, emphasizing divine legitimacy in rulership.
