This striking 1.00 Swiss franc stamp was issued by the United Nations Office at Geneva in 1985 to mark the 40th Anniversary of the United Nations (1945–1985). The design, by Erwin J. Kessler, features a vivid burst of intertwined ribbons in multiple colors—symbolizing the unity and cooperation of the world’s nations within the UN framework. The dynamic composition reflects diversity converging toward a common center, representing peace and shared progress. The design’s multilingual inscription—appearing in English, French, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese—emphasizes the organization’s global inclusivity.