San Marino. 10000 Lire 2000 "1700 ANNI DALLA FONDAZIONE DELLA REPUBBLICA" (No reserve price)

The 2000 San Marino 10,000 Lire coin commemorating the "1700 Anni dalla Fondazione della Repubblica" celebrates a remarkable historical milestone—the 1700th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of San Marino. According to tradition, San Marino is one of the world's oldest republics, established around 301 AD. Coins issued to mark such anniversaries serve as historical testimonials, featuring iconography related to San Marino's origins, governance, or enduring independence. These large denomination commemorative coins are prized for their historical significance and often impressive artistic details. Collectors interested in European microstates, political history, or remarkable republic longevity value such pieces highly, reflecting centuries of political stability and sovereignty.