- The Fanam (also spelled Panam or Fanum) was a small gold coin widely circulated in South India during the medieval period, particularly under dynasties like the Vijayanagara Empire and later in various southern kingdoms. - It was one of the smallest gold denominations used for everyday transactions. - Historical records and numismatic studies confirm 'Fanam' as a monetary unit.
In medieval India, the term 'Fanam' referred to :
Asked in UPSC IAS 2022 · Topic: Vijayanagara Empire (Economic Life: Agriculture, Trade, Guilds, Coinage, Urban Centres)
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