Issued in 1949, this 25 øre red stamp from Norway commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), founded in 1874 in Bern, Switzerland. The design features a stylized globe with two postal horns crossing over it, symbolizing the global unity of postal communication. Above, the inscription “Union Postale Universelle 1874–1949” honors the enduring legacy of the UPU in facilitating international mail exchange. This commemorative issue represents Norway’s tribute to the international cooperation that underpins global postal systems.