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ICG India Vijayanagara Bele Smallest Gold Coin
India Vijayanagara Empire (1336-1646) Bele Gold Coin ICG Genuine
This unique numismatic specimen is a Bele from the Vijayanagara Empire of Southern India, dating between 1336 and 1646. Noted on the holder as the Worlds Smallest Gold Coin, this diminutive gold piece represents the intricate minting capabilities of one of Indias most powerful historical empires. The coin is housed in a professional ICG protective slab, which designates the item as ICG - Genuine. Due to its incredibly small size and gold composition, these coins are a favorite among collectors of ancient and medieval Indian currency. This piece offers a rare opportunity to own a significant historical gold artifact from the height of the Vijayanagara era.
ICG India Vijayanagara Empire Gold Bele Coin
Condition: The coin is encapsulated in an ICG holder which identifies the piece as Genuine. The surface displays characteristics of a circulation strike from the medieval period, showing expected age-related toning. The strike appears centered for the type, which is known for its diminutive scale. The metal content is gold, as stated on the grading label. This specimen originates from the Vijayanagara Empire (1336-1646) and represents a Bele, often cited as one of the world's smallest denominations of gold coinage. Historically, these tiny coins were used in southern India during a period of significant cultural and economic prosperity under the Sangama, Saluva, Tuluva, and Aravidu dynasties. The piece is classified by ICG as Genuine without a specific numerical grade.
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