Belgium – Scott #s 570-71

Description

This Belgium commemorative stamp set, Scott #570–571, was issued in 1958 to mark the 5th Inter-Parliamentary Conference, an international forum dedicated to parliamentary cooperation and dialogue among nations. The issue reflects Belgium’s engagement with multilateral diplomacy and its role as a host and participant in international political institutions.

Both stamps share a unified design featuring a classical government building beneath a globe and olive branches, symbolizing international cooperation, peace, and legislative exchange. The architectural motif conveys stability and democratic governance, while the globe emphasizes the conference’s international scope.

The two denominations are distinguished by contrasting color schemes, yet maintain visual cohesion through identical layout and symbolism. The bilingual inscriptions “Belgique–België” and references to the Inter-Parliamentary Union reflect Belgium’s multilingual identity and its commitment to international parliamentary collaboration.

This complete set is offered mint never hinged (MNH), with full original gum and no hinge marks or disturbance. MNH pairs are desirable for collectors of political history, international organizations, and mid-20th-century European commemoratives.

• Scott Catalog Numbers: 570–571

• Denominations: 3 francs, 6 francs

• Design: 5th Inter-Parliamentary Conference

• Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)

• Country: Belgium