This United Nations postage stamp, valued at 4 cents, commemorates the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), a core institution of the World Bank Group. Issued to highlight the bank’s mission of post-war recovery and global economic development, the design features a crane hook and ropes, symbolizing construction and progress, with the UN emblem prominently displayed. The bold green border carries the inscriptions “FOR RECONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT” and “INTERNATIONAL BANK,” emphasizing the institution’s global role. This issue is significant for collectors interested in United Nations history, international cooperation, and economic development themes.