France - Guyennois d'or s.d, Gold, EDOUARD III 1317–1355, MONNAIES FEODALES, AQUITAINE Armoured king standing right under gothic portal with sword and shield ED – D – GRA REX A – G – LI – C – DO AQVI: T – A – IE. Rev. cross fleurdeliséé, lis and lions in quarters.Boud. 481 var.; Fr. 1.Ex. Montague Collection. Ex auction Glendinings, 8 July 1970, lot 6. This short-lived type was introduced after Edward III conceded his claim to the French throne as part of the Treaty of Bretigny in 1360, instead adopting the title Lord of Aquitaine. This piece displays clear original surfaces of rich color, sharply struck giving maximum eye appeal to the glorious Gothic imagery.3.79 g. RR. Superbe Extremely fine