1380-1422 Gold Ecu D'Or King Charles VI NGC MS65

Struck during the reign of Charles VI—often called "Charles the Mad"—this Gold Écu d'Or exemplifies the elegant coinage of late medieval France and serves as a vivid relic of a kingdom in both political and dynastic turmoil. Despite the instability of Charles VI’s rule, French mints maintained a high standard in their gold issues, with this piece among the most aesthetically balanced of its type.

Obverse: Features a crowned shield bearing the royal arms of France—three fleurs-de-lis—encircled by the Latin legend + KAROLVS : DЄI : GRACIA : FRAnCORVM : RЄX, meaning "Charles, by the Grace of God, King of the French." The design is framed by a beaded inner circle and surrounded by a detailed ornamental border.

Reverse: Showcases a large cross fleurée with a star at its center, enclosed within a quadrilobe. At the cardinal points sit fleurs-de-lis, while crowns fill the outer spandrels. The surrounding motto reads + XPC * VIИCIT * XPC * RЄGИAT * XPC * IИPЄRAT—"Christ conquers, Christ reigns, Christ commands"—a popular invocation in French medieval numismatics.

Graded NGC MS65, this coin offers dazzling satiny luster and is well-centered with minimal handling marks. It is a superbly preserved specimen, rarely encountered at this level of quality. Its visual harmony and gold brilliance make it a standout acquisition for collectors of French royal coinage.