$3,400.00 USD
– SOLDThe Gold Écu d'Or was part of the French monarchy's efforts to maintain a stable gold currency amidst economic instability caused by war and internal conflicts. The coin's issuance during Charles VI's reign reflects both the need for a strong royal image and a stable currency to support trade and military expenditures.
The observe a crowned shield bearing the arms of France (a field of fleurs-de-lis), symbolizing the monarchy's divine right to rule and its central role in Christendom. The Latin inscription often translates to "Charles, by the grace of God, King of France," emphasizing the king's divine authority and legitimacy.
The reserve feature a cross fleury with fleurs-de-lis and crowns in the quadrants, reflecting the king's Christian faith and France's role as a defender of the faith. The cross underscores the monarchy's spiritual mission and its alignment with the Catholic Church, while the fleurs-de-lis reaffirm the royal heritage of France.
Graded NGC MS62, this hammered gold coin displays exceptional quality for its type, with crisp strike fidelity and remarkably full legends. The flan is broad and even, with a pleasing golden hue and minimal handling marks. Its state of preservation, combined with its historical and artistic importance, makes it a premier specimen for collectors of French royal gold and medieval European coinage.
