India Vijayanagara Bele Smallest Gold Coin ICG

India Vijayanagara Bele Smallest Gold Coin ICG India Vijayanagara Bele Smallest Gold Coin ICG Genuine This is a remarkable numismatic specimen representing the Vijayanagara Empire of India, dating between 1336 and 1646. Known as a Bele, this gold coin is famously recognized as the world's smallest gold coin, showcasing the incredible precision and craftsmanship of ancient Indian minting. The coin has been professionally encapsulated and graded as Genuine by ICG, ensuring its status and providing protection for this microscopic piece of history. These tiny gold coins were used in daily commerce centuries ago and are now highly sought after by collectors for their historical significance and unique physical characteristics. This item comes in an ICG holder which clearly identifies the piece as part of the India-Vijayanagara series. India Vijayanagara Bele Smallest Gold Coin ICG Genuine Condition: The item is housed in an ICG (Independent Coin Graders) protective holder and is officially designated as Genuine. Due to the extremely diminutive nature of this specific denomination, the surface details are microscopic. The holder maintains the integrity of the piece, though the internal label shows some minor adhesive wear or discoloration. The coin is presented in a specialized "floating" mount within the slab to accommodate its tiny proportions. Mint: Vijayanagara Empire (Southern India) Metal content: Gold Historical context: This Bele is a product of the Vijayanagara Empire, which flourished from 1336 to 1646. Known as one of the most powerful Hindu empires in Indian history, their coinage system was highly sophisticated, ranging from large Varahas down to these microscopic Beleh, which served as small change in a bustling economy. Strike type: Hammered Grading: ICG Genuine gold coin, Vijayanagara Empire, Bele, numismatics, ICG certified, smallest coin, ancient India, bullion, coin slab, gold fanam, 440, collectible, rare currency, Indian history, miniature coin world's smallest gold coin, Vijayanagara gold coin, Bele gold coin, ancient Indian coins, rare gold coins, ICG graded coins, numismatics, collectible gold, medieval Indian currency, gold bullion tiny coin IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or