1422-61 ECU'OR Charles VII NGC AU58

Issued during the reign of King Charles VII of France, this 1422–1461 Écu d’or à la couronne, graded NGC AU58, reflects the period of France’s recovery and consolidation following the worst phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Under Charles VII, the French monarchy began to reassert control over its territory, supported by military reforms and the symbolic strength of coins like this one.

Obverse: Features a crowned shield of France bearing three fleurs-de-lis, framed by a finely detailed beaded circle and an inscription asserting Charles’s royal title. The shield’s elegance and clarity underscore the renewed authority of the Valois dynasty.

Reverse: Displays a long floriated cross with fleur-de-lis in the angles, enclosed within a stylized quatrefoil. The artistry reflects both religious piety and the enduring symbolism of the French monarchy.

Graded AU58, this piece retains near-Mint luster with only slight friction on the highest points. Its broad flan and sharply rendered design elements enhance its visual appeal. As a high-grade example of Charles VII’s stabilized coinage, it is a compelling addition to collections focused on late medieval France or royal heraldic gold.