⅒ Fanam - Bele ND (1500-1800) front ⅒ Fanam - Bele ND (1500-1800) back
⅒ Fanam - Bele ND (1500-1800) photo
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⅒ Fanam - Bele ND

 
Gold 0.04 g 3 mm
Description
Issuer
Empire of Vijayanagara (Indian Hindu Dynasties)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1500-1800
Value
⅒ Fanam
Currency
Rupee (1336-1565)
Composition
Gold
Weight
0.04 g
Diameter
3 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#67603
Rarity index
64%

Reverse

Cross like Bele Mark?

Edge

Plain

Comment

Coins of this type are being sold as "Smallest Gold coin of the World". Maybe Modern Fabrication (Fantasy pieces) as there are no record of this coin in major catalogs and numismatic reference books.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅒ Fanam - Bele ND (1500-1800) coin from the Empire of Vijayanagara is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when the empire was known for its strong economy and trade networks. The coin was made of gold and weighed 0.04 grams, indicating its high value and importance in the economy of the time.