Issued by Romania in 1956, this commemorative 35 Bani stamp honors the XVI Olympic Games held in Melbourne, Australia. The design features the Olympic rings above a stylized laurel branch, symbolizing victory and unity. At the center, a torchbearer stands before the official Melbourne medal design, reflecting the enduring Olympic spirit. The inscriptions “Olimpiada” and “Melbourne 1956” appear in elegant script on either side, celebrating Romania’s participation in the international sporting event. A beautifully balanced layout marks this as one of Romania’s classic mid-century sports issues.