France 1 ecu Louis XVI KM-564.9 Gad-356 AU 53 PCGS silver coin 1789 L

The 1789 France 1 Écu of King Louis XVI is an important silver coin struck during the final year before the outbreak of the French Revolution, making it a fascinating witness to one of history’s greatest political transformations. Certified PCGS AU53, this historic issue combines royal elegance with exceptional historical significance. The obverse features the left-facing portrait of Louis XVI, wearing a finely detailed curled wig tied with a ribbon and an ornate embroidered coat. A beaded border frames the royal bust, while the date appears below the portrait. The reverse displays the crowned oval shield decorated with three fleur-de-lis, surrounded by graceful oak and olive branches tied together with a ribbon. The royal crown, heraldic shield, floral wreath, denticled rim, and balanced classical composition reflect the refined artistry of late Bourbon coinage. Louis XVI ruled France from 1774 until the monarchy was abolished in 1792, and his reign became inseparably linked with the revolutionary events that reshaped France and Europe. Struck in silver and preserved in PCGS AU53, this remarkable Écu is an excellent collectible for enthusiasts of French royal history, Bourbon coinage, and eighteenth-century European numismatics.

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