Belgium – Scott # B251, hinged
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Belgium Scott #B251 is an unused hinged semi-postal stamp issued in 1935, featuring a church interior and issued to support charitable causes. A classic Belgian semi-postal appealing to collectors of charity and architectural stamps.
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Description
This Belgium semi-postal stamp, Scott #B251, was issued in 1935 as part of a charity series produced to raise funds for social welfare causes. Semi-postal issues combine regular postage with a surtax, with the additional amount directed toward charitable or public benefit programs.
The design features a Romanesque church interior with a prominent tower, rendered in a strong vertical composition that emphasizes height, symmetry, and architectural solidity. Tall columns frame the central structure, drawing the viewer’s eye upward and conveying a sense of permanence and spiritual calm. The monochromatic color scheme enhances the stamp’s formal, reverent tone.
The word “Œuvre” appears in the design, indicating its charitable purpose, while the surtax is clearly shown alongside the postal denomination. The engraving style reflects early 20th-century European stamp design, balancing decorative borders with detailed architectural imagery.
This example is offered unused with hinge, retaining original gum with evidence of a prior hinge attachment. Unused hinged copies remain collectible and are valued by collectors of Belgian semi-postals, charity issues, and architectural themes.
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Scott Catalog Number: B251
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Denomination: 1 franc + surtax
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Design: Church Architecture (Charity Issue)
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Condition: Unused, hinged
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Country: Belgium
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