France 1 ecu Louis XVI KM-564.9 Gad-356 AU 55 PCGS silver coin 1788 L

The 1788 France 1 Écu of King Louis XVI is a historic silver coin struck during the final years of the Bourbon monarchy, just before the French Revolution transformed the nation forever. Certified PCGS AU55, this attractive example combines historical significance with the elegant artistry of eighteenth-century French minting. The obverse features the left-facing bust of Louis XVI, portrayed with a carefully styled curled wig tied with a ribbon and wearing an elaborately embroidered royal coat. A beaded border surrounds the portrait, with the date positioned below. The reverse showcases the crowned oval shield displaying the three fleur-de-lis of the Bourbon dynasty, framed by intertwined oak and olive branches secured with a ribbon. The royal crown, heraldic shield, floral wreath, denticled rim, and finely balanced composition symbolize authority, peace, and enduring royal tradition. Louis XVI ruled France from 1774 until 1792, and his reign witnessed the mounting political and economic tensions that culminated in the French Revolution. Struck in silver and certified PCGS AU55, this impressive Écu is a superb collectible for enthusiasts of French royal history, Bourbon coinage, and classic European numismatics.

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