Belgium – Scott # 948

Description

This Belgium commemorative stamp, Scott #948, was issued in 1976 to mark the IRU Congress, hosted in Belgium by the International Road Transport Union (IRU). The IRU is a global organization representing road transport operators and promoting international cooperation, infrastructure development, and standardized transport regulations.

The design features a bold, modern graphic of a road sign incorporating the IRU emblem, set against a stylized roadway receding into the distance. The strong geometric forms and high-contrast color palette reflect 1970s graphic design trends and emphasize themes of mobility, connectivity, and international transport networks.

Clear bilingual inscriptions “Belgique–België” appear alongside the congress reference, reinforcing Belgium’s role as host and its position as a crossroads of European transportation. The composition balances symbolism with legibility, making the stamp both visually striking and thematically focused.

This example is offered mint never hinged (MNH), with full original gum and no hinge marks or disturbance. MNH copies are desirable for collectors of transportation themes, international organizations, and modern European commemoratives.

• Scott Catalog Number: 948

• Denomination: 14 francs

• Design: IRU Congress – International Road Transport Union

• Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)

• Country: Belgium