A book that belonged to, was inscribed by, or otherwise associated with a significant individual related to the author or subject.

A handwritten signature, inscription, or text by a notable individual.

The external covering of a book, including Leather, paper covered boards, and the most common in Victorian and later books, cloth.

A label or print indicating ownership, affixed to the pastedown.

A bibliographic description of the completeness of a book including plate counting.

A binding produced at or near the time of publication.

A book inscribed by the author to a named individual.

The original paper wrapper issued with a book, often crucial to value.

All copies printed from substantially the same setting of type.

The first appearance of a work in book form.

Brown spotting caused by oxidation or impurities in paper.

A handwritten document or book.

The ownership history of a book or manuscript.

The front and back of a leaf.

A book whose spine has been repaired or replaced.

Pages left untrimmed by the binder.

Prepared calfskin used for manuscripts or bindings.