Gold Fanam South India Ganesh Motif Issue Very Unique and Rare Issue

Add a truly extraordinary piece of South Indian numismatic history to your cabinet with this exceptionally rare Viraraya Fanam gold issue featuring the auspicious Lord Ganesh motif. Historically associated with the turbulent and cu...

Discover a captivating piece of South Indian numismatic heritage with this exceptionally rare gold fanam, featuring the revered Lord Ganesh motif. Struck from approximately 400 milligrams of fine gold, this tiny yet historically rich coin reflects the complex legacy of the Viraraya design tradition. While the moniker originates from Hoysala or Vijayanagara roots, these designs were later adapted by local Nayakas and the Wodeyar dynasty of Mysore. The inclusion of the Ganesh motif on this regional issue likely served to establish religious legitimacy or commemorate administrative milestones near the borders of modern-day Tamil Nadu and southern Karnataka. Graded in an impressive Almost Uncirculated (Almost UNC) condition, this museum-worthy specimen exhibits remarkable details despite its diminutive size and mixed mint origin. It represents a prized acquisition for advanced numismatists and historians specializing in medieval South Indian coinage. Whether you are expanding a specialized gold fanam collection or seeking a tangible artifact of dynastic India, this unique issue offers undeniable prestige and historical fascination.