France 1 ecu Louis XVI KM-564.9 Gad-356 AU 55 PCGS silver coin 1785 L

The 1785 France 1 Écu of King Louis XVI is a distinguished silver coin from the final decade of the Bourbon monarchy, struck during a period of political and financial change that preceded the French Revolution. Certified PCGS AU55, this historic issue preserves the refined artistry of eighteenth-century French coinage. The obverse features the left-facing portrait of Louis XVI, wearing an elaborate curled wig tied with a ribbon and a richly embroidered royal coat. The king’s bust is framed by a beaded border, with the date below completing the elegant composition. The reverse displays the crowned oval shield bearing the three fleur-de-lis of the House of Bourbon, surrounded by intertwined oak and olive branches secured with a ribbon. The royal crown, heraldic shield, decorative wreath, denticled rim, and balanced design symbolize authority, peace, and strength. Louis XVI reigned from 1774 until 1792 and became one of the most significant figures in French history as his reign ended with the collapse of the Ancien Régime. Struck in silver and certified PCGS AU55, this impressive Écu is an excellent addition to collections focused on French monarchy, Bourbon history, and classic European numismatics.

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