This 3 Francs Belgian commemorative stamp, issued in 1966, honors the Bibliothèque Royale de Belgique (Royal Library of Belgium), also known as the Koninklijke Bibliotheek van België. The design depicts a medieval scribe or scholar at work, symbolizing the preservation and transmission of knowledge through books and manuscripts — a nod to the Library’s mission as the nation’s archival and literary heart.

Rendered in rich tones of blue, green, and gold, the artwork evokes the illuminated manuscripts of the Middle Ages. The figure is surrounded by open books and writing tools, set within a study-like setting, emphasizing scholarship and learning.
The inscription appears bilingually in French and Dutch, reflecting Belgium’s linguistic heritage.