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Perfect binding

Scope note

Method for bookbinding in which the back of the volume is trimmed to produce a block of separate leaves, the back edges are roughened, adhesive is applied, and the case is attached. ALAG

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000202271

Broader Terms used

adhesive binding

Equivalent Terms used

perfect-bound

Created

13yrs ago

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