Charles VIII (1483–1498). Gold escu with sun; first issue, modified with scallop shells and the initials “ND” (1494–1498), Dijon.

Av. (typo) KAROLVS: DEI: GRA: FRANCORV: REX. Crowned shield of France, beneath a sun.
Rev. (shell) XPS: VINCIT: XPS: REGNAT: XPS: IMP. Fleur-de-lis cross with a quatrefoil in the center.
Dy.575A - G.109 - Fr.318; Gold - 3.34 g - 27 mm - 3 h
NGC AU 55 (8772189-020).
For this mint, the shield—wider at the bottom—is said to be “Spanish” in shape. Features a 17th-century ring on the obverse and a 16th-century ring on the reverse. Shows even wear, with a golden patina. Very Good to Superb.