1380-1422 ECU'OR Charles VI NGC MS63

Struck during the reign of King Charles VI (1380–1422), this gold Écu d'Or à la Couronne represents a pivotal moment in medieval French coinage. Introduced in 1385, the Écu d'Or à la Couronne standardized the design of French gold coins, featuring a crowned shield of France, and remained a staple of the French monetary system until the introduction of the Louis d'Or in 1640.

Obverse: Features the crowned royal arms of France, consisting of three fleur-de-lis beneath an ornate crown. The surrounding Latin legend reads: “+ KAROLVS DEI GRACIA FRANCORVM REX” (Charles, by the grace of God, King of the French).

Reverse: Displays a floriated cross within a quadrilobe, with a star at the center and inward-facing fleurs-de-lis in each angle. The inscription reads: “+ XPC VINCIT XPC REGNAT XPC IMPERAT” (Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands). 

Specifications:

• Denomination: Écu d'Or à la Couronne

• Composition: Gold (.999 fineness)

• Weight: Approximately 3.97 grams

• Diameter: Approximately 28.5 mm

• Mint: Various French mints

• Catalog References: Friedberg 291; Duplessy 453 

Condition and Rarity:
Graded NGC MS63, this coin exhibits exceptional preservation, with sharp details and lustrous surfaces. Gold Écus d'Or from this period are rare, especially in such high grades, making this a highly sought-after piece for collectors of medieval French coinage.