India Vijayanagara Bele World Smallest Gold Coin

Updated August 20, 2026

India Vijayanagara Bele World Smallest Gold Coin India Vijayanagara Empire (1336-1646) Bele Gold Coin ICG Genuine This rare 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 piece represents a fascinating era of Indian history and currency. The coin has been certified and encapsulated by ICG as Genuine, ensuring its historical origin and material composition. These tiny gold coins were used in daily commerce during the height of the Vijayanagara Empire and are highly sought after by collectors of ancient and world coinage due to their unique size and the precision required to mint such small precious metal denominations. India Vijayanagara Bele World's Smallest Gold Coin ICG Genuine Condition: The item is professionally encapsulated and graded by ICG as Genuine. Due to the extremely minute size of the specimen, specific surface wear details are difficult to discern, but the holder ensures the preservation of its current state. The strike type is a traditional hammered mintage typical of the 14th to 17th centuries. The metal content is gold, as identified by the grading service label. This coin originates from the Vijayanagara Empire (1336-1646) in Southern India and is historically recognized as the Bele denomination, often cited as one of the smallest gold coins ever minted for circulation. The mint is attributed to the various regional workshops of the Vijayanagara Empire. No specific numerical grade is assigned; it is certified as ICG Genuine. Gold coin, India-Vijayanagara, Bele, ICG Genuine, world's smallest gold coin, numismatics, ancient coin, graded coin, gold specimen, Indian currency, gold fanam, micro coin, historical artifact, slabbed coin Vijayanagara gold coin, worlds smallest gold coin, ICG certified coin, ancient Indian gold, Bele gold coin, numismatic collectibles, rare gold coins, historical Indian currency, tiny gold coin, graded ancient coins 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 taxe

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