FRANCE. Ecu d'Or, ND. Montpellier Mint. Francois I (1515-47). NGC MS-61.
Fr-345. Struck during a period when France was nearly surrounded by the Habsburg monarchy. As a result, France under Francois I became aligned with the Ottoman Empire as a strategic counter-balance, something considered quite controversial for a Christian king at the time. Sharply struck on a broad, round flan showing full legends on both sides. An outstanding example of this issue with lovely lemon yellow luster, bright and attractive. NGC MS-61.
Estimate: $800.00- $1000.00