BELGIUM - Scott Specialty Album, 1,000 Different, Mid-19th Century to Late 1970s, Regular and Semi-Postal, Colonial Section, VF – 426692

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BELGIUM - Scott Specialty Album, 1,000 Different, Mid-19th Century to Late 1970s, Regular and Semi-Postal, Colonial Section, VF – 426692

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This attractive Belgium collection is housed in a Scott Specialty album with pristine pages, bringing together roughly a thousand different issues tracing Belgian philately from the middle of the 19th century through the late 1970s. A compact colonial portion adds further dimension to an already broad and well-structured holding, giving collectors meaningful coverage across both the home country and its overseas territories.

The first half of the 20th century is where this collection shines brightest. Both the regular and back-of-the-book sections are most comprehensively populated through the 1930s and 1940s, with the semi-postal issues dominating a strong and well-developed back-of-the-book component. Belgian semi-postals from this period are among the most sought-after in all of European philately, and their strong representation here is a notable plus for specialist collectors and dealers alike.

Condition is generally Very Fine throughout, with mint stamps showing original gum. While overall coverage varies across the full span of the album, the Scott Specialty framework provides a solid and ready-made foundation for anyone looking to build upon or expand an existing Belgium collection. For the collector seeking to rehome a Belgium portfolio or start building one from scratch, this album offers an ideal starting point. Photos cover the regular and back-of-the-book sections through the midcentury mark.