$2,784.00 USD
The Gold Ecu d'Or was minted during the reign of Louis XII, who ascended the throne unexpectedly as the senior heir male from a cadet branch of the royal family. His reign was marked by significant reforms in the legal system, management of the nobility, and efforts to lower taxation and improve the stability of the French government.
The obverse features the crowned arms of France, flanked by two porcupines, symbolizing the royal authority and the kingdom's unity under Louis XII.
The reverse displays a floriated cross with the letter "L" in two angles and porcupines in the other two angles. This design symbolizes both religious and royal power.
